Respite/ Disability Worker - Community SpecialistFull Time Permanent Edmonton, AB, CA30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1219Salary Range: $19.40 To $23.44 HourlyWhy Work with Us?Meet AdaptAbilities. We provide meaningful programs for children and youth with disabilities. We have been named a 2025 Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice (NEOC) Award recipient — one of just 18 organizations across Canada to receive this national honour.What We Offer:We strive to be an employer of choice by creating a positive and collaborative team environment.You can look forward to:Meaningful WorkCompetitive Pay over Non-Profit Industry StandardsFlexible shifts (If applicable)Career path and growth opportunitiesCulture of Appreciation and Employee RecognitionRobust Benefits Package including spending account, 24/7 mental health supports, DCPP, RRSP matching (applicable to those who qualify)We also offer perks including support for professional development, corporate discount for City of Edmonton Recreation Passes, paid personal days, and programs that support a balanced lifestyle.What You Offer:Ideally, you have experience working with children, youth and young adults or vulnerable individuals in a health care setting. We seek employees who align with our core values, which are: open to growth, live our purpose, cultivate teamwork, demonstrate extraordinary effort and act with integrity.The Position:This is a full-time, permanent position based out of our Orange Hub Respite Centre ( #400, 10045 156 St NW, Edmonton, AB, T5P 2P7 ) and will report to the Program Supervisor.As a Community Specialist (CS) you would be an ally and ambassador, you will work front-line and are pivotal to the creation of a safe, caring and community-enriched life for the individuals/families who hire us.



Thoughtful program planning and implementation supports participants to connect with their communities - establishing real relationships and creating meaningful days and lives. The conscientious CS will act with integrity, be open to growth, live our purpose, cultivate teamwork, and put forth an extraordinary effort to empower people with disabilities and their families to grow, succeed, and belong.Key FunctionsProvide enhanced direct care and purposeful support in an engaging, fun and safe environmentFoster genuine relationships promoting dignity, personal interests and identitiesEmpower people to create meaningful days and achieve their goalsCommunicate effectively with their team members, which includes to individuals, families, and co-workersBuild a vision of inclusion, one person at a timeModel socially appropriate behaviors and assist/ encourage participants to make and maintain appropriate community connectionsSupport participants in all aspects of personal hygiene and personal care as required.Maintain timely, accurate and skilled documents in accordance with AdaptAbilities policies and proceduresUnderstand and comply with all emergency processes and risk managementPerform other job-related activities as requiredQualificationsMinimum education requirement of a High School Diploma and little or no work-related experience.Alignment with AdaptAbilities core purpose and core valuesClear Police Information Check and Intervention Record Check are required upon hireIntermediate First Aid Certification CPR Level C and AED is required upon hireNon-Violent Crisis Intervention, Abuse Prevention and Response Protocol are an assetCompensation$19.40 to $23.44/ hour depending on experience and educationAdaptAbilities is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Respite/ Disability Worker - Community Specialist - C$19.4 - C$23.4 An Hour - No Experience Required (Winnipeg)
🏢 AdaptAbilities
📍 Winnipeg