As a Direct Support Specialist/ Mental Health and Addictions Worker with our CBI Home Health team, you will be responsible to support and facilitate the development of skills and competencies that will allow persons living with disabilities to pursue and fulfill their goals, objectives and aspirations. You’ll enjoy a flexible schedule that allows you to achieve your goals at work and at home. As you care for others, CBI Home Health will care for you by providing the equipment, training and resources that you need to feel confident every day.

Comprehensive benefits package including Group RRSP, extended medical and dental coverage Employee and Family Assistance Program Paid orientation, training and development with opportunities to grow your career Under the direction of the Operations Manager, the Direct Support Specialists will be responsible for maintaining and promoting physical care to include, menu planning and preparation, medication administration, personal care, activities of daily living, day-to-day house management, record keeping, etc.

The Direct Support

Specialists will support individuals by promoting their involvement with family, friends, advocates and the community to ensure that their comfort, safety, and health requirements are being met.

The Direct Support

Specialists will also encourage individuals to develop individual skills, talents and abilities so that they may have maximum control over their own life.



Experience/knowledge of working with adult clients with intellectual and mental disabilities.

Experience working with clients who have challenging disabilities such as Autism, ADHD, and behavioural issues Required to have a clear Criminal Record Check with the Vulnerable Sector Minimum Grade Twelve education, preferably post-secondary, Developmental Service Worker Certificate, Health Care Aide certification or a combination of related education/experience. Positive communication skills (both verbal and oral), organizational skills, the ability to work effectively within a team environment, sound decision making abilities and the capacity to work with minimal supervision. A calm demeanor, as well as a positive attitude and belief that persons with disabilities have the right and responsibility to define and pursue their life choices and pursue active participation and involvement in the community Ability to meet conditions of employment including but not limited to: active Standard First Aid/CPR Level C, Immunizations: Diphtheria, Tetanus, Hep B, Varicella, Measles, Mumps, Rubella along with clear TB testing, a clear Security Clearance including Vulnerable Records check and Intervention Records Check We use technology and automation to support administrative aspects of our recruitment process.

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📌 Support Specialist, Customer Experience (Edmonton)
🏢 CBI Home Health
📍 Edmonton