Community Participation Support Worker - Orillia

Empower Simcoe; Orillia; On-site; CAD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Empower Simcoe invites applications for a Community Participation Support Worker in Orillia. The role supports individuals in community activities, goal planning, and integration into recreational and volunteering opportunities.

The position is a 3-month contract, full-time, with a minimum pay rate of $27.36/hour and requirements including a Developmental Service Worker diploma and a valid driver's license. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays is expected.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Developmental Service Work or acceptable equivalent.
• One year of recent community-based experience supporting individuals with an outcome-based approach.
• Must have a valid driver's license (class G) and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate participation in community-based activities to promote skills in leisure, recreation, employment, and volunteering.
• Support individuals in goal planning and attending planning meetings to achieve desired goals.
• Provide job coaching and help maintain positive relationships and independence in placements.

Skills

Driver's license

Education

Developmental Service Worker diploma or equivalency

Job description

Since 1953, Empower Simcoe has specialized in providing a wide range of programs and services for people and families throughout Simcoe County. We are looking for innovative, passionate, and dedicated employees. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference and feel proud of the work you do everyday, you've come to the right place. Your future starts now at Empower Simcoe!

We are recruiting for one (1) T emporary assignment Full-time Community Participation Support Worker in Orillia. Utilizing a personal outcome-based approach, support people in making informed choices that lead to successful inclusion and participation in community based recreational/leisure activities; work/volunteer placements. The CPSW will be assigned to work in Community Support Services in Orillia, working up to 37.5 hours. The CPSW will work every other weekend or may require 2 consecutive weekends. The CPSW may be scheduled to regularly work public holidays. This is a 3 month contract position.

Compensation Package:

• Minimum rate of pay of $27.36/hour
• 11 paid Statutory Holidays;
• Confidential Employee Assistance program for you and for your immediate family;

Minimum Qualifications:

• Developmental Service Worker diploma or an acceptable educational equivalency (Child & Youth Worker, Early Childhood Education, Social Service Worker, Nursing, Psychology, etc.) as determined by the employer is required;
• One-year recent work experience working in a community setting supporting the integration of people supported through outcome-based approach
• When submitting your resume and cover letter, please also upload a copy of your diplomas / degrees. In your resume, please ensure that you specify the length of your programs;
• Valid class "G" driver's license and reliable transportation is required;
• Demonstrated knowledge of community resources; Needs of this program require flexibility as support needs are based on people's individual needs and community partner requirements as identified by the community partners;
• Must be available to work flexible hours which will include working evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.

Role/Duties:

• Facilitate and support participation in meaningful community-based activities which support individuals to develop skills utilizing community infrastructure such as transportation services to promote and develop leisure, recreational, employment and volunteer opportunities within the community;
• Participating in goal planning with people and attending individual planning meetings as requested and supporting people to attain their desired goals;
• Assisting people to maintain positive relationships and to facilitate independence in volunteer placements and competitive employment; providing job coaching as required;
• Facilitating positive involvement and interaction in the community, acting in a professional manner at all times and as a role model for people supported;
• Supporting people to successfully transition from school;
• Providing personal hygiene supports as necessary;

Internal 4:00 p.m.September 2, 2026

External 4:00 p.m. September 9, 2026

We thank all those who apply for this position. However, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Empower Simcoe is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability. Applications are encouraged from those who reflect the diversity of our community.

Empower Simcoe is committed to being non-discriminatory and providing equal and barrier-free selection and appointment processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to this position, please let us know if you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive.

Vacant Position Posting #26-124