Interested in joining our dynamic team at Families First? We accept general applications on an ongoing basis and keep them on file for six months. Please contact Human Resources at lorellaj@familiesfirstsociety.ca
Thank you for your interest in working with us.
Employment Opportunities
Families First Society is the Parent Link Centre for Fort Saskatchewan and Sturgeon County; a charitable organization serving families through early childhood development, parenting programs and family support. When our community – our village – works together, we improve the lives of families. We create a safe environment to nurture strong healthy future generations.
Families First is currently recruiting for several positions within the areas of:
- family support,
- program assistance and facilitation,
- program coordination, supervision and management,
- as well as organizing program supports.
These positions will be structured around the strengths of the individuals chosen and will range from casual to full-time permanent. Therefore, positions may stand alone or may be combined together. Families First will work with the successful candidates to determine the structure of the positions.
For positions available, please see list below.
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to:
Lorella Julien, Director of Human Resources @ lorellaj@familiesfirstsociety.ca
In your cover letter, please indicate:
- which position(s) you are interested in
- what your ideal commitment would be, ie: casual, part-time (20+ hours per week), or full-time (37.5 hours per week)
- what qualities you would bring to our team
- how you meet the required qualifications
Closing date: Competition will remain open until suitable candidates are found. Review of resumes and/or interviews will start as early as June 20th.
We thank all applicants for their interest; only those considered for interviews will be contacted.
Families First is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Positions Available
Families First is currently recruiting for several positions within the areas of family support; program assistance and facilitation; program coordination, supervision, and management; as well as organizing program supports. These positions will be structured around the strengths of the individuals chosen and will range from casual to full-time permanent. Therefore, positions may stand alone or may be combined together. Families First will work with the successful candidates to determine the structure of the positions.
Program Manager
(minimum commitment: full-time permanent)
The Program Manager is a full-time permanent employee who is responsible for overseeing and managing the planning, coordinating, and facilitating of programs for Fort Saskatchewan and Sturgeon County. Role also includes supervision of program staff.
Starting immediately; salaried position based off an average of 37.5 hours per week.
Click here for details on Program Manager
Program Assistant in Sturgeon County
(commitment: casual contract)
The Program Assistant in Sturgeon County is a casual position spanning our program year from September to June. This individual will assist the Program Facilitator with programs delivered on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings. Responsibilities include space set-up and tear-down; after program clean-up, as well as assisting during program time with the delivery of the program activities, crafts, and play. Starting mid-August; up to 15 hours per week.
Click here for details on Program Assistant in Sturgeon County
Supervisor, Children’s Programmers
(commitment: casual contract)
The Supervisor of Children’s Programmers is a casual position requiring an individual with solid knowledge of the many programs offered through Families First. Program facilitation experience is an asset. Responsibilities include: supervision; one-on-one and group support of children’s programmers; scheduling and hosting children’s programmers’ meetings at beginning, mid, and end of program year; liaising with the Scheduler of Children’s Programmers and Program Manager. Starting mid-August; approximately 10-15 hours per week.
Click here for details on Supervisor, Children’s Programmers
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to:
Lorella Julien, Director of Human Resources @ lorellaj@familiesfirstsociety.ca
In your cover letter, please indicate:
- which position(s) you are interested in
- what your ideal commitment would be, ie: casual, part-time (20+ hours per week), or full-time (37.5 hours per week)
- what qualities you would bring to our team
- how you meet the required qualifications
