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About Us Our Mission We believe that all youth have the right to live in a healthy, respectful and safe environment. We are committed to offering this to each of our clients. We also believe that it is our responsibility to give youth guidance and support in a non-threatening, respectful and culturally appropriate environment. We believe that only then can the healing process begin for youth that have been neglected and abused. We respect the individual as a person. We feel that given the right direction and commitment from accepted supports/elders that our clients are empowered with the tools to create positive change. We are committed to developing a strong sense of acceptance and respect for themselves and others around them. As service providers we will provide an environment where self – worth, respect, acceptance and values are taught and expected. Our clients will come to expect a positive future. Program Mandate Can-Care (GFLGH, Allan House, Mickey House) are a 7-bed and 6 bed treatment facility for youth aged 10 – 17 yrs with various behavioral and emotional difficulties that cannot be managed in a foster home, group care program or a familial setting. Our semi- independent living home (SPSILH) is ideally targeted for the 16/17 year- old youth. Males and females who have Child Welfare status and who have been identified as requiring residential care or a semi-independent living program are served. We strive to provide the highest quality of care in a milieu therapy environment. Students with severe mental and / or physical handicaps are unsuitable to the physical environment and program structure of Can-Care. Through daily living, a behaviour modification program, recreational activities, positive and trained role models/staff, and individual/ group counseling we believe that each youth can attain the skills necessary to make positive change. We would like to provide a long-term program and remain consistent for the youth we serve. Our end goal is for a client to move from our residential treatment program to a familial setting and/or our semi- independent program. Our vision is that when a client turns 18 his/her dependence on a social program is minimal or non-existent. He/she is able to step towards a positive future path with confidence, independence and an appreciable chance at happiness. We at Can- Care will work with each individual youth on developing a plan to aid them in achieving their individual, short term and future goals. Staff The Group Home operates on a 24- hour basis. Group Home staff include; the Executive Director, 2 team leaders, 8 full- time Child and Youth Care Workers/House Parents, two of whom serves as an awake night staff and six part time Child and Youth Care Workers / House Parents. Our staff meet the certification standards for education and experience. They also receive ongoing training. On call coverage is provided 24 hrs a day (780-645-8721) and extra staff are brought in when deemed necessary due to behaviours. There is also a consulting psychologist who works as required with the Group Home and will provide psychological assessments/ individualized counseling and / or family counseling as identified appropriate by the treatment team. All our staff have: A degree or diploma in the human services field. Previous experience working with youth. Training in First Aid, Suicide awareness, Crisis Intervention, Cultural diversity and Medication Management. Employment Opportunities If you are interested in a position with Can-Care Homes For Youth Inc., please send us an email with your resume attached.
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About Us

Our Mission
We believe that all youth have the right to live in a healthy, respectful and safe environment. We are committed to offering this to each of our clients. We also believe that it is our responsibility to give youth guidance and support in a non-threatening, respectful and culturally appropriate environment. We believe that only then can the healing process begin for youth that have been neglected and abused.

We respect the individual as a person. We feel that given the right direction and commitment from accepted supports/elders that our clients are empowered with the tools to create positive change. We are committed to developing a strong sense of acceptance and respect for themselves and others around them. As service providers we will provide an environment where self – worth, respect, acceptance and values are taught and expected. Our clients will come to expect a positive future.

Program Mandate
Can-Care (GFLGH, Allan House, Mickey House) are a 7-bed and 6 bed treatment facility for youth aged 10 – 17 yrs with various behavioral and emotional difficulties that cannot be managed in a foster home, group care program or a familial setting. Our semi- independent living home (SPSILH) is ideally targeted for the 16/17 year- old youth. Males and females who have Child Welfare status and who have been identified as requiring residential care or a semi-independent living program are served. We strive to provide the highest quality of care in a milieu therapy environment. Students with severe mental and / or physical handicaps are unsuitable to the physical environment and program structure of Can-Care.

Through daily living, a behaviour modification program, recreational activities, positive and trained role models/staff, and individual/ group counseling we believe that each youth can attain the skills necessary to make positive change. We would like to provide a long-term program and remain consistent for the youth we serve. Our end goal is for a client to move from our residential treatment program to a familial setting and/or our semi- independent program. Our vision is that when a client turns 18 his/her dependence on a social program is minimal or non-existent. He/she is able to step towards a positive future path with confidence, independence and an appreciable chance at happiness.

We at Can- Care will work with each individual youth on developing a plan to aid them in achieving their individual, short term and future goals.

Staff
The Group Home operates on a 24- hour basis. Group Home staff include; the Executive Director, 2 team leaders, 8 full- time Child and Youth Care Workers/House Parents, two of whom serves as an awake night staff and six part time Child and Youth Care Workers / House Parents. Our staff meet the certification standards for education and experience. They also receive ongoing training. On call coverage is provided 24 hrs a day (780-645-8721) and extra staff are brought in when deemed necessary due to behaviours. There is also a consulting psychologist who works as required with the Group Home and will provide psychological assessments/ individualized counseling and / or family counseling as identified appropriate by the treatment team.

All our staff have:

A degree or diploma in the human services field.
Previous experience working with youth.
Training in First Aid, Suicide awareness, Crisis Intervention, Cultural diversity and Medication Management.

Employment Opportunities

If you are interested in a position with Can-Care Homes For Youth Inc., please send us an email with your resume attached.