04 Aug
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Respite
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Halifax Regional Municipality
04 Aug
Respite
Halifax Regional Municipality
We are hiring an Inclusion Support Worker to work with our amazing 23 yr old son with Autism & Intellectual Disability.
LOCATION
Clayton Park area, HRM, near the intersection of Dunbrack & Willett
WAGE
$20/hr plus expenses & mileage
HOURS OF WORK
Starting September 8, 2026, we are looking for someone to work a minimum of two shifts/week, which could consist of:
- Weekdays 8:30am-1pm and/or 1-6pm
- Weekends ~10am-3pm
There is also the option to pick up occasional shifts throughout the week, as needed.
REQUIREMENTS
- Commited to person-centred planning
- Ability and willingness to facilitate relationships and opportunities
- Driver's licence. Having your own car or access to a reliable vehicle
- First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Recent Criminal Record & Vulnerable Sectors Check
: In this role, you will be part of a collaborative team of support workers, as well as a member of our son’s person-centered planning community.
Your role is to support him to engage and participate in a wide range of community activities, including recreation, physical fitness, volunteer and employment. This will involve learning about and understanding what his goals are,
and facilitating his activities and connections in community. It may involve seeking out and initiating opportunities for him in community. The ideal candidate is energetic, positive, imaginative, resourceful, motivating, and collaborative.
THE RIGHT PERSON IS
- Interested in building community and connecting people
- Committed to supporting people to be independent and self-sufficient
- Able to read and respond to non-verbal communication
- Versatile, responsive, imaginative, motivating, and positive
- Able to take the initiative and work independently, while also functioning as part of a team
- Has strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Eager to learn and looking for a challenge
- Skilled at problem-solving and can handle challenging situations calmly and effectively.
Job Type: Part-time Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Application question(s)
- Please tell us why this position is a good fit for you.
Language:
- English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Location:
- Halifax, NS (required)
Work Location: In person
📌 Inclusion Support Worker (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Respite
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality