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- Employment type
- Part-time
- Experience level
- Entry, Junior · 0+ years
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 25 hours per week
Job summary
Provide individualized support for daily living activities, personal care, and community participation for individuals with developmental disabilities. Implement behavior support plans, administer medications, and maintain a safe, respectful home environment.
Job details
Why Join New Age Services? New Age Services (NAS) is a Calgary-based not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with developmental disabilities to live meaningful and fulfilling lives. Guided by our values of Purpose, People, and Pioneering, we foster an inclusive workplace where employees are supported, valued, and encouraged to grow professionally. About the Role We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Community Support Worker to support individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, and OCD in a residential setting. Working as part of a collaborative team, you will promote independence, community inclusion, personal well-being, and quality of life through individualized supports and person-centered practices. Schedule & Compensation Position Type: Permanent Part-Time Location: Acadia Group Home, Southeast Calgary Hours: 25 Hours Per Week Starting Rate: $21.19/hour + Shift Differentials Schedule: Saturday: 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Tuesday: 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM Key Responsibilities Provide individualized support with daily living activities and personal care. Assist with community participation, recreation, appointments, and transportation. Support communication, skill development, and personal goals. Implement behaviour support and service plans using person-centered approaches. Administer medications and complete required documentation. Maintain a safe, respectful, and supportive home environment. Collaborate effectively with families, guardians, and interdisciplinary professionals. What We're Looking For Patient, adaptable, and committed to supporting individuals with diverse needs. Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is an asset. Understanding of sensory integration, social stories, and positive behaviour supports. Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills. Ability to maintain professional boundaries while building positive relationships. Comfortable supporting individuals during swimming and other recreational activities. Qualifications Diploma or Degree in Disability Studies, Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field. International credentials may require WES or IQAS assessment. Intermediate computer proficiency. Current First Aid/CPR, NVCI, Medication Administration, PBS, APRP, and Food Safety certifications, or willingness to obtain. Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search. Mandatory Requirements Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver's Licence. Reliable vehicle with a minimum of $2,000,000 liability insurance. Comfortable driving throughout Calgary. Comfortable supporting individuals in aquatic activities. Comfortable working around dogs and cats. What We Offer Evening and weekend shift premiums. Cost-shared Health and Dental Benefits after 3 months. 4% vacation pay plus 6 flex days. Mileage reimbursement for eligible work-related travel. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Health & Lifestyle Spending Account after 2 years. Ongoing training, development, and advancement opportunities. A rewarding career making a meaningful impact in your community.
What you’ll do
Provide individualized support for daily living activities, personal care, and community participation for individuals with developmental disabilities. Implement behavior support plans, administer medications, and maintain a safe, respectful home environment.
Requirements
Requires a diploma or degree in a related field such as Disability Studies or Social Work, along with a valid Class 5 driver's licence and reliable vehicle. Candidates must possess or be willing to obtain certifications in First Aid, CPR, Medication Administration, and other relevant safety training.
Benefits
- Health benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vacation pay
- Flex days
- Mileage reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- Health and lifestyle spending account
- Training and development opportunities
Listed skills
- First Aid · Preferred
- CPR · Preferred
- Food safety · Preferred
- interdisciplinary collaboration · Preferred
- Documentation · Preferred
- Communication · Preferred
- Personal Care · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Support for developmental disabilities
- Person-centered practices
- Behavior support
- Medication administration
- Documentation
- Communication
- Community participation
- Personal care
- Sensory integration
- Positive behavior supports
- First aid
- CPR
- Food safety
- Professional boundaries
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Sensory Integration Therapy
- Workplace Inclusivity
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Compassion
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Social Work
- Training And Development
- Developmental Disabilities
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Food Safety And Sanitation
- Liability Insurance
- Psychology
- Human Services
- Medication Administration
- Personal Care
Job areas
- Social Services
- Healthcare
- Community Support Worker
- Caregiver / Personal Care Aide
- Companions and Valets
- Personal Care Aides
- Home Health and Personal Care Aides
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