Caregiver Education Coordinator

Posted on: Aug 21, 2026

Posted by: Town of Hinton

Summary

Reporting to the FCSS Assistant Manager, this is a grant-funded position that offers education and support to caregivers to increase their capacity to create safe, responsive, and nurturing environments and encourage healthy child development. This role will involve: developing and presenting workshops; liaising with local, regional, and provincial partners; offering one-on-one support to caregivers; and offering education and resources to families.

Key Responsibilities

Facilitate and deliver group-based educational sessions to families around topics such as effective parenting, building healthy families, and supporting children’s development
Deliver one-on-one support to families to help them work through challenges or develop skills with resources such as the Positive Parenting Program, Kids Have Stress Too, etc.
Prepare information and resources to assist in the facilitation and delivery of caregiver education presentations, including research and handouts
Use online and social media platforms to promote healthy families, including the creation of original content
Work with external and internal agencies to connect with families at different public settings (e.g. events, indoor playground, schools)
Operate the Hinton Family Centre as required
Liaise with external agencies and volunteers to obtain resources, speakers, and expertise to offer additional programs and supports to families
Reports all minor and major accidents, problems and disturbances, incidents, and site damage to the FCSS Assistant Manager and ensure all appropriate forms are filled out accurately and completely
Complete, maintain, and act in compliance with safety documents (including Job Hazard Assessments, Safe Work Practices, Hazard Identification Forms, and other tools)
Complete and maintain confidential casework files for client contact
May be assigned a role within the Emergency Social Services for Disaster Services

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Certificate or training program related to human services, early childhood education, and/or facilitation
Education relevant to facilitation is preferred
Minimum 1 years of work experience working with children and families
Satisfactory background screening is required for this position including a Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and Child Welfare Check
Valid First Aid and CPR-C Certificate
A Class 5 Driver’s License with a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract

SKILLS & ABILITES

Knowledge of the community and challenges facing families in Hinton and area is an asset
Ability to deliver, plan, and organize needs assessments
Ability to facilitate programs, projects, and special events
Effective interpersonal skills and a strong customer service focus on dealing with other staff, volunteers, agencies (local and provincial), customers, and the public
Proven discretion with a good understanding of confidentiality requirements under existing legislation
Advanced communication skills, including experience in public speaking and facilitation of workshops
Proven time management and organizational skills
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, Excel, Publisher, Canva)
A high degree of personal initiative
Tolerance and understanding of differing family lifestyles and culture
Integrity, reliability, and diplomacy in work methods and work relationships
Sound judgment in a constantly evolving environment
Ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently
High energy, self-starter

Job Type

Full Time

Employer Contact

No employer contact listed.

Salary Range

$28.74 per hour

Closing Date

September 21, 2026

Posting ID: 39765

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