CASA + YOU

A New Vision for Mental Health Service

CASA Mental Health is an established non-profit organization delivering holistic, culturally-safe wrap-around mental health services to Albertans and their families. CASA services the missing middle – mental health treatment for diagnosed children and youth, in between prevention and promotion in primary and community care, and acute treatment in hospital.

CASA’s team of mental health professionals are trauma experts committed to delivering service in collaboration with community partners. This includes assessment and treatment for thousands of children, youth and families each year, from community outreach settings to intensive treatment programs.

Our vision: A community where all children, youth and their families are provided with timely mental health care and empowered to thrive.

Our mission: To build resilience through holistic, evidence-informed and compassionate care, and to advocate for children, youth and families with mental illness.

Why Work With CASA?

Life-Work Harmony

CASA's hours of work allow you to balance your work with the rest of your life. Our Wellness Days can be used how you want, when you want, ensuring everyone is feeling their best. Employees also receive competitive vacation days so that you have the time you need to recharge your passion.

Meaningful Work

Feel good about making a difference in the lives of children, youth and families so that they are empowered to thrive!

Employee Benefits

CASA Mental Health offers a competitive benefit and pension package for employees, including a flexible spending account, access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program, and more!

Accommodation Requests

CASA Mental Health values diversity and inclusivity within its staff, recognizing the enrichment it brings to our organization and community. We actively strive to eliminate barriers and encourage applications from underrepresented groups. We offer accommodations for applicants through the entire recruitment process to ensure a fair assessment of your skills, knowledge and expertise. At CASA, we prioritize equitable and inclusive employment practices. We encourage all candidates to apply, regardless of meeting every qualification, as part of our dedication to diversity and accessibility.

Requests for accommodation can be sent to Human Resources via email at [email protected]

Cook

Greater Edmonton area, AB, Canada, AB, Canada

Full Time

CASA House

Experienced

A Rewarding Career at CASA Mental Health

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 [email protected]

Closing Date: May 13, 2026

Please quote the following competition number in your application materials 26-076.

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