LOCATION: Waterloo, ON

KW Habilitation is a local not-for-profit organization that provides a wide range of individualized services and supports to children with any special need and adults with developmental disabilities. We support individuals to live a fulfilling life which is fostered through preschool and early learning supports, respite services, residential services, community participation, and employment supports.

The compensation provided to Complex Care Worker reflects the need for increased knowledge, skills, and abilities to be successful in the position.

Perks

- Developmental Service Worker Apprenticeship Program Sponsor
- Paid on-the-job training
- Paid career development opportunities
- Employee and Family Assistance Program for all staff, their partners, and dependents
- Extended health care coverage, Registered Pension Plan, and optional RRSP
- Discounted rates on home and auto insurance
- Fun and engaging workplace

Responsibilities

- Promoting people’s skills and abilities
- Providing opportunities and education for growth and development
- Honouring personal choice and informed decision-making
- Implementing individualized routines that are patterned to reflect typical life experiences and which involve people to the highest degree possible
- Providing respectful and supportive personal care
- Providing lifts and transfers as necessary

Requirements :

- Practical experience in providing daily living support within a Person Directed framework to persons with complex behaviour needs.
- Additional training and practical experience in assisting the assessment,



implementation and evaluation of interventions for persons who have an intellectual disability and are experiencing emotional, behavioural, and medical complexities.
- Some post-secondary education related to Human Services. Autism and Behavioural Science educational background is considered an asset.
- Ability to work successfully both independently and collaboratively with internal and external professionals.
- Able to provide physical (e.g., lifting, transfers) and behavioural support, including crisis response, as required.
- Valid Driver’s License is required.
- Current First Aid, SMG, and computer skills are also essential qualifications.
- Able to work weekends and rotating shifts consisting of days, evenings, and overnights.

Please note that the work location is not accessible by public transit.

Core Competencies

- Advocacy
- Building Relationships
- Championing Change and Innovation
- Facilitating Growth and Development
- Inclusive Leadership
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Resilience
- Resource Management
- Strategic Thinking
- Valuing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI)

Schedule : Friday - Monday, 6am-2pm Start Date : ASAP Rate of Pay : $38,804.48 - $43,114.24

Applicants must submit a résumé and cover letter online with a summary of relevant qualifications and reason for interest in this position by April 20, 2026.

To apply, please visit our Job Application page

Please address the cover letter to the location Manager, ATTN: Kassie Harvey - Manager of Inclusive Living and Complex Care

Only successful applicants will be notified. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted.

Job ID: 2642089

This job posting is for a current, open vacancy.

📌 Full-time Complex Care Worker (Waterloo)
🏢 KW Habilitation
📍 Waterloo