Our Community Social Development (CSD) Department is seeking one (1) results-oriented team member who demonstrates professionalism and a commitment to providing exemplary public service.

STATUS: Non-Permanent Term, up to 2 years (subject to continued external funding)

HOURS OF WORK: 37.5 hours per week

PAY RATE: $41.35 per hour 

The Safer Communities program is evolving to align with emerging community trends and provincial priorities, with an increased emphasis on integrated, prevention-focused approaches to reducing risk factors associated with criminal involvement. This role reflects a strengthened focus on mental health, substance use, and upstream prevention, supporting youth who are at-risk or involved in the justice system.

Working in partnership with the Lethbridge Police Service (LPS), community agencies, and school divisions- under the direction of the Community Social Development Operations Manager, the Educator will lead the development and delivery of evidence-informed prevention strategies. These efforts will address the root causes of criminal involvement and support youth, caregivers, and youth-serving organizations across the community.

In this role, you will:

• Identify key stakeholders serving youth in our community with capacity to implement preventative strategies.
• Develop curriculum and resources aimed at supporting families to prevent youth from entering into criminal activities/lifestyles on topics such as mental health and substance use, high-risk online behaviours, and risk and protective factors associated with justice involvement.
• Develop preventative programming and/or best practices for youth-serving organizations.
• Promote and engage Safer Communities initiatives in our community.
• Support community development initiatives by collaborating with key internal and external stakeholders in project planning, development, implementation, evaluation, and improvement which aims to build community resources and understanding of preventative measure for youth.
• Research to identify, understand, and address the behavioural, social, political, economic, environmental and organizational factors that put youth at risk of criminal behaviour and evidence-informed strategies and/or approaches to address identified priorities.
• Monitor and analyze trends related to youth risk, including mental health, substance use, and criminal involvement.
• Collect and analyze data to evaluate impact and inform program refinement.
• Work collaboratively with the Safer Communities Case Managers to support case management efforts and ensure best practices.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant disciplines with a focus on youth, public health, addiction and mental health, crime prevention, etc.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in results-oriented, high-paced culture focused on preventative promotion and education programming.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed practice, prevention frameworks, and risk and protective factors influencing youth behaviour.
• Experience working within multi-disciplinary or integrated service models.
• Knowledge of Alberta’s mental health and addiction system and priorities.
• Experience supporting youth involved in or at risk of justice involvement.
• Familiarity with evaluation frameworks, data collection, and outcome measurement.
• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver engaging curriculum and presentations and translate research into practical applications.
• Ability to build relationships across systems and sectors.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently in field-based environments while maintaining strong communication and coordination within a team.

Additional Information:

• This is a grant funded position and is subject to the continued receipt of funding from other orders of government.
• The successful applicant under consideration must have a valid Alberta class 5 driver’s license and a vehicle with appropriate auto insurance to provide transportation for programming participants.
• The successful applicant under consideration will be required to complete and pass a Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Check, Intervention Record Check, and Extended Background Check conducted by Lethbridge Police Service.

For further information on this opportunity, please contact:

Samantha Ahlgren, Operations Manager Community Social Development at 587-220-1429 or Samantha.Ahlgren@lethbrigde.ca

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume with cover letter, online by clicking on “Apply” at the top of this screen.

Applicants must apply online. We are unable to accept paper copies of resumes or applications sent via email.

Closing Date: May 6, 2026, at 4:00PM MST

All applicants are thanked in advance for their interest. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

The City of Lethbridge (www.lethbridge.ca) proudly acknowledges that we are located at the heart of Siksikaitsitapi (Blackfoot) Territory, home of Kainai, Piikani, Siksika and Amskapi Piikani (Montana, USA) First Nations. Lethbridge is also located within the Métis Nation of Alberta.

The City of Lethbridge recognizes the diversity of our community and is working to ensure programs, services, facilities, and employment opportunities are inclusive to all people.

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