[Hiring] Therapeutic Foster Parents @McMan Calgary

Role Description

McMan Calgary & Area is seeking compassionate and committed individuals to become Therapeutic Foster Parents (TFPs) for youth ages 13–17 in our Therapeutic Foster Care (TFC) program. This is a unique opportunity to provide a safe, supportive home while working alongside a professional care team to help youth build resilience, stability, and life skills.

As a Therapeutic Foster Parent, you will welcome a youth into your home and provide day-to-day care, guidance, and support. You will play a key role in helping them navigate challenges, develop strengths, and experience a sense of belonging. Therapeutic Foster Care is a family-based alternative to group care, combining a nurturing home environment with therapeutic approaches tailored to each youth’s needs.

What You’ll Do

• Provide a stable, caring, and structured home environment
• Support youth with emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs
• Implement individualized Therapeutic Care Plans and strategies
• Build positive, trusting relationships through consistent, supportive interactions
• Support cultural, spiritual, and personal identity development
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and participate in regular meetings
• Maintain communication, documentation, and follow-through on plans

Support & Training

You will not be doing this alone. TFPs are supported by a dedicated team, including a family specialist, team lead, youth worker, and clinician.

• Comprehensive pre-service training
• Ongoing specialized training opportunities
• 24/7 on-call support
• Regular in-home support and coaching
• Access to additional cultural and community resources

Qualifications

• Experience or willingness to learn about trauma-informed care
• Ability to have a flexible schedule to meet the daily changing needs of the youth in your home
• Ability to approach youth with empathy and understanding
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow structured plans and professional guidance
• Openness to diverse cultures, beliefs, and practices
• Capacity to balance caregiving responsibilities with training commitments
• A stable home environment suitable for youth placement

Benefits

• Make a lasting impact in the life of a young person
• Be part of a supportive, professional care team
• Receive ongoing training and development
• Play an active role in strengthening families and communities

Compensation

• Per Diem: Tax-free stipend that pays for the needs of the foster child and reimburses you for your parenting: $110 per night
• Rate includes: daily living costs, clothing, child allowance, personal care items
• Required training compensation
• The program also compensates individuals for specialized agency training and respite care.

If you are interested in becoming a caregiver, please send in an application here: Apply Now