Are you passionate about creating hope for children, youth and families? At CASA Mental Health, every role contributes to our vision of a community where all children and youth are empowered to thrive.
About CASA House CASA House is a live-in program for teens who need support with significant mental health and/or addictions challenges. Teens stay at CASA House for an average of four months. The program involves parents and caregivers as active participants in treatment. Treatment includes individual, group and family therapy, social and life skills training, and on-site schooling in small classroom settings.
Job Details
Salary/Wage range: $27.00 to $29.70 per hour Vacation: 15 days Shift structure: Eight-hour shifts Primary location: CASA House Union: In-scope Classification: Cook II FTE: 1.0 Status: Permanent
About the Role Reporting to the Program Manager, CASA House, the Cook works collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team in assessing, planning and implementing nutritional services for CASA House.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Plan meals by preparing the menu.
Prepare and serve meals according to the menu and individualized nutritional plans.
Monitor the food budget and adjust according to suppliers, inventory and meal planning to meet budgetary requirements.
Order food and sanitation supplies, and ensure proper handling and storage.
Ensure CASA House food services continually comply with the Public Health Act – Food Regulation standards.
Have meetings with the public health inspector as required.
Ensure equipment is in working order and inventory levels are sufficient (i.e. aprons, gloves, hair nets, etc.)
Qualifications and Experience
Food Handling Certification is an asset.
WHMIS certificate is an asset.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Strong knowledge of the Canada Food Guide and its application to food services for adolescents.
Experience preparing meals in institutional settings such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, or similar organizations is an asset.
Experience in food ordering, following the direction of a dietitian for menu planning, and ensuring proper food service, handling and storage in accordance with safety standards.
Knowledge of and experience using commercial food equipment.
Friendly and client-focused, with strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills; able to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Ability to work with an adolescent population.
Conditions of Employment
A satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Intervention Check. This would be the financial responsibility of the successful candidate.
Ability to pass and maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification (training provided by CASA) as well as physical ability to perform all interventions.
Working Conditions
Must have open availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to accommodate scheduling needs.
Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
Ability to stand for extended periods, work in varying temperatures, and lift up to 25 kg.
Your Well-Being Matters
At CASA, we know a career in mental health is more than just a job, it’s a calling. That’s why we take care of the people who make that care possible. We offer competitive benefits, opportunities for growth, and the support you need to rest, recharge and continue making a difference.
What We Offer:
Employer-paid health and dental benefits, including $750/$1000 per paramedical practitioner and $2,000 annually in mental health services.
Flexible Spending Account that allows you choose between Health Spending, Personal Spending, your RRSP or CASA Pension Plan.
Defined contribution pension plan with generous employer match.
Five paid wellness days plus a holiday break in December to spend time with loved ones.
Paid time off for illness, bereavement, moving and education.
Up to 12 weeks parental leave top-up so you can spend precious time with your new addition.
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a range of employee discounts.
Ongoing learning and growth opportunities including annual training events such as Indigenous Knowledges Day.
Recognition and community-building through employee appreciation events, team celebrations and opportunities to connect across CASA locations.
Apply today to start making a difference for Alberta’s children and families!
Your success matters to us. If there is anything we can do to make the application or interview process more accessible for you, please let us know at recruitment@casaservices.org
Closing Date: May 13, 2026
Please quote the following competition number in your application materials 26-076.
