Job Description

Cochrane is located in the breathtaking Bow Valley corridor in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in southern Alberta. With a population of over 37,000 people, and growing steadily every year, Cochrane is a thriving town, surrounded by world-famous ranch country. Our western heritage is reflected in the Town’s architecture and our friendly people. The Town of Cochrane welcomes innovative and skilled individuals to join our team of over 250 employees.

Strengthen Families. Support Early Childhood Development. Build Community.

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and relationship-focused Family Support Home Visitor to join our Family & Community Support Services (FCSS) and Family Resource Network (FRN) team.

This position provides targeted and intensive home visitation services to families with children from the prenatal stage to six years of age. The Family Support Home Visitor plays an important role in promoting positive early childhood development, strengthening parent and caregiver capacity, fostering safe and nurturing home environments, and connecting families to community resources and services.

If you are passionate about supporting children and families, believe in strengths-based and family-centred practice, and enjoy working collaboratively with community partners to create meaningful change, this opportunity offers the chance to make a lasting impact in your community.

This role is well suited for a professional who is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, highly organized, and committed to helping families build resilience and achieve positive outcomes.

As part of Cochrane's Family Resource Network and family support services, you will work alongside families, community organizations, health providers, Alberta Children's Services, and other partners to help ensure children and caregivers receive the support they need to thrive.

Please note: This is a term position until March 31, 2028, with possibility of extension.

Your Impact

As the Family Support Home Visitor, you will work alongside families to identify strengths, address challenges, and build the skills and supports needed to promote healthy child development and family well-being.

Through home-based services, parent education, coaching, advocacy, and community connections, you will help families achieve their goals while creating safe, supportive, and nurturing environments where children can thrive.

Working closely with Cochrane FCSS, Alberta Children's Services, Family Resource Network (FRN) partners, and other community organizations, you will contribute to a coordinated system of support for families throughout Cochrane and West Rocky View County.

Your Work Will Include

• Delivering strengths-based home visitation services that support positive child development, enhance parenting capacity, and help families achieve their goals.
• Providing parent education, coaching, and practical support related to child development, attachment, positive parenting, emotional regulation, safety, and family well-being.
• Supporting developmental screening, identifying family needs, and facilitating connections to community resources and specialized services as appropriate.
• Helping families navigate services, reduce barriers, and access supports that promote healthy outcomes for children and caregivers.
• Maintaining accurate and confidential documentation, records, reports, and program statistics in accordance with legislative and funding requirements.
• Collaborating with FCSS, FRN partners, Alberta Children's Services, and community agencies to provide coordinated and responsive support.
• Participating in case consultation, program planning, evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Building strong partnerships within the community and promoting Home Visitation and Family Resource Network programs and services.
• Maintaining professional boundaries and ensuring compliance with organizational policies, privacy legislation, health and safety standards, and mandatory reporting responsibilities.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Make an Impact - Help families build strong foundations during the earliest and most important years of a child's life. Your work will directly support healthy development, positive parenting, and stronger family relationships.
• Experience Meaningful Work - Every day offers opportunities to make a difference by supporting children and caregivers through education, encouragement, advocacy, and connection to community resources.
• Grow in a Supportive Environment - Work alongside a collaborative team of professionals who value continuous learning, reflective practice, innovation, and community impact.
• Feel the Spirit - Join a caring and dedicated team committed to strengthening families, fostering inclusion, and helping Cochrane residents thrive.

Qualifications

We welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds in family support, social services, early childhood development, and community-based practice.

• Post-secondary education in Social Work, Human Services, Early Childhood Development, Child and Youth Care, Psychology, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience supporting children and families in home visitation, family support, early intervention, or community social services.
• Experience working with vulnerable families using strengths-based, family-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive approaches.
• Knowledge of early childhood development, attachment, parenting, family systems, developmental screening, and community resources.
• Strong relationship-building, assessment, documentation, communication, organization, and case management skills.
• Ability to work independently, collaborate effectively with partners, and respond professionally to complex or crisis situations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic record management systems.
• Preference may be given to candidates with training in First Aid/CPR, Mental Health First Aid, ASQ, Nurturing Parenting, Triple P, Brain Story, Suicide Intervention, and Crisis Intervention/De-escalation.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License, access to a reliable vehicle, and the ability to travel throughout Cochrane and West Rocky View County.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check as a condition of employment.

Cochrane is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment for all employees. As part of our team, you'll take reasonable care to protect your health and safety and that of others, follow all relevant health and safety legislation, and participate in orientations and training.

Apply today and bring your passion for supporting children, strengthening families, and building resilient communities to Cochrane. Join a team dedicated to helping families thrive, creating positive outcomes for children, and making a meaningful difference every day.

• Qualified individuals are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter outlining how their experience aligns with the required qualifications, skills, and abilities
• All qualified candidates will be requested to complete an online suitability survey
• Applications are open until 9pm MST September 20, 2026 www.cochrane.ca/jobs
• $37.76/hour, 35 hours/week + health benefits and pension!

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants must be legally entitled to live and work in Canada.

Land Acknowledgement

In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge that we live, work and play on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani), the Tsuut’ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations, the Métis Nation (Region 3), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta.