Rise to Life is looking for caring, dependable, and energetic Community Support Workers to join our Student Support Program in Edmonton for the 2026–2027 school year.

Our Community Support Workers provide individualized support to children and youth between the ages of 7 and 18 who may have autism, behavioural challenges, or other support needs. Students receive a minimum of 1:1 support, with some students requiring 2:1 support depending on their individual needs.

This role is about building relationships, providing consistency, and helping students be successful throughout their day.

What You’ll Do

As a Community Support Worker, you will:

- Provide consistent 1:1 or 2:1 support to children and youth
- Support emotional regulation, behaviour, communication, and social skills
- Support students to complete school work, assignments, and other educational activities based on their individual learning needs
- Provide encouragement, guidance, and assistance to help students stay engaged and focused on their learning
- Follow individualized strategies and support plans
- Help students develop independence, confidence, and daily living skills
- Support positive routines and transitions throughout the day
- Respond calmly and appropriately to challenging behaviours
- Maintain qualified communication with the Rise to Life team
- Complete required documentation and reporting

What We’re Looking For We are looking for individuals who are patient, reliable, adaptable, and able to build positive relationships with children and youth.





Experience supporting children or youth with autism, behavioural challenges, developmental disabilities, or complex needs is an asset.

Education in Child and Youth Care, Disability Studies, Educational Assistance, Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field is also considered an asset.

Requirements

Successful applicants must have

- Current First Aid and CPR certification
- Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search completed within the last 6 months
- Child Intervention Record Check completed within the last 6 months
- Availability to work Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on scheduled program days

A valid driver’s licence and reliable vehicle with $2 million liability insurance is considered an asset.

About Rise to Life

Rise to Life provides individualized, person centered supports focused on the strengths, needs, and goals of each person we serve. We believe meaningful support starts with strong relationships, consistency, respect, and meeting each individual where they are.

If you enjoy working with children and youth and want a role where you can make a meaningful difference in their day, we encourage you to apply.

Position is a contract from August 24, 2026 to June 28, 2027 with the possiblility of extending.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Community Support Worker (Edmonton)
🏢 Rise to Life
📍 Edmonton