Completes all documentation within assigned timeframes.Follows direction, actively participates in the program team and contributes toward goal planning for the program.Maintains active involvement... Show more

In Your Role You Will

- Completes all documentation within assigned timeframes.
- Follows direction, actively participates in the program team and contributes toward goal planning for the program. Maintains active involvement in the Individual Support Plan (ISP) process.
- Attends meetings and/or training as scheduled and required.
- Adheres to ethical/professional standards, performing all program/client activities in accordance with Taproot policies and procedures as well as program specific policies, PDD and/or Children Services policies, accreditation and core standards.
- Supports clients in all community access activities. Demonstrates ability to explore new community access opportunities and coordinate with other staff to participate in these opportunities.
- Assists and supports individuals with developing and achieving personal goals.
- Ensures individuals basic needs are met, i.e., hygiene, personal care, life skills and social/occupational skills.
- Observes/documents physical, developmental and psychological needs of individuals in service.
- Contributes toward design, implementation and evaluation of individual service plans.
- Further develops skills and knowledge within human practice fields.
- Provides peer support/orientation to new staff within the program.
- Contributes toward development of program specific policies and procedures.




- Communicates/documents information that relates to program changes/service recipient changes to peers, ministry representatives and other stakeholders as required.
- Participates and supports planning as well as safe transportation of individuals to vocational, recreational, leisure activities and encourages opportunities for social interaction within communities.
- Assists with day-to-day operation and maintenance of the residence/program facility
- Facilitates opportunities for participation and positive interactions between individuals and their communities.
- Presents oneself as professional and courteous at all times.
- Respects client/stakeholder confidentiality.
- Abides by organizational policies to minimize risks and maximize opportunities for participation/inclusion.

***Prior to confirmation of employment, all applicants must provide a copy of a current Criminal Record Check and/or Government Screening Letter. These checks vary depending on province and sector and will be communicated by the Program Hiring Team.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

- Work well in an environment with potential for aggression/violence
- MUST HAVE 2 years experience conducting needs‑based assessments, Providing community supports to adults with disabilities, Facilitating person‑centered planning and individualized supports.




- High School Diploma/GED. Prefer a Certificate, Diploma or Degree – Disability Service Worker, Social Work, Special Education or related field
- MUST HAVE Valid class 5 driver license with transparent driving abstract and reliable vehicle
- Current First Aid/CPR and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certification (NVCI or CPI)
- Training in Trauma Informed Practice, Medication Administration, Suicide Intervention, Managing Aggressive Behaviour (UMAB), Conflict Resolution, Food Safe
- Confident & able to function in a crisis

What Taproot Community Support Services Does

At Taproot, your passion for helping others can truly make a difference. As an employee-owned company, we value collaboration, learning, and innovation. Our strength-based approach guides both our care and how we support each other. Join a team where your voice matters, and together, we're building a company we're proud of.

- Employee ownership from day one through our EOT, with opportunity for profit-sharing dividends
- Work/life balance
- Learning and career development opportunities
- Competitive wages and salaries
- Paid vacation and benefits for eligible employees
- Defined benefit pension plan (Municipal Pension Plan) for eligible employees within British Columbia
- Matching RRSP plan for eligible employees within Alberta
- Professional development opportunities and job-related training
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Long Service Milestone rewards
- Employee referral bonus program
- A values-driven workplace — as a Certified B Corp, we're commit

📌 Disability Service Worker, Full-Time (Canada)
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