Community Support Worker

New Age Services Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

New Age Services Inc. is seeking a Community Disability Practitioner to support individuals with disabilities in Calgary. The role involves assisting with daily activities, attending medical appointments, and providing behavioral support. This part-time permanent position includes competitive wages and benefits after a probation period, offering a fulfilling opportunity to make a difference in the community.

Benefits

Cost-shared health and dental benefits

5 flex days

Mileage reimbursement

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• One year of relevant experience in human services or the disability sector is required.
• Comfortable supporting individuals in a swimming pool.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and reliable vehicle needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical and behavioral support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Drive clients to activities, appointments, and assist with daily chores.
• Complete documentation and incident reports accurately.

Skills

Medical support

Behavioral support

Advocacy

Communication

Education

Certificate/Diploma in Human Services or Disability sector

Job description

Posted Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at 8:00 a.m.

CA - Onsite - Regular Community Disability Practitioner

Why work for New Age Services?

NAS Inc. provides the best services for individuals with developmental disabilities and complex needs through the support of our diverse team of dedicated professionals in Calgary. We value diversity and inclusion, believing that it makes us stronger. We offer a collaborative team environment, ongoing training and development opportunities, competitive wages, and benefits. Our culture is defined by the 3Ps - purpose, people, and pioneering. We are united by our shared value to serve a purpose greater than ourselves.

About the Role:

You will work with a team in our Community Access program to support individuals with disabilities, some with complex behaviors and needs. The environment is fast-paced, requiring adaptability to changing plans and situations. Your days will involve attending, participating, or engaging in various activities with the individuals you support, often in the community, outdoors, and traveling across the city to meet, pick up, or drop off clients. Your focus will be on supporting clients' life skills and goals. The individuals may have developmental delays, Autism, ADHD, Borderline Personality Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Schizophrenia, or other mental health or developmental conditions.

Daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Providing medical, technological, environmental, emotional, physical, and behavioral support
• Attending medical and legal appointments with individuals
• Administering medication, completing documentation, and performing key worker duties
• Assisting with daily chores and activities within the community or in group homes
• Supporting safety and cleanliness of living spaces
• Completing tasks such as fire drills and hazard assessments
• Communicating with OPG/Guardians/Family members
• Advocating, researching, and collaborating for individual support, including hospital visits if necessary
• Providing support to individuals on ODP (Opioid Dependency Program) or O.A.T
• Driving to meet individuals or transport them to activities and appointments
• Learning behavioral support plans to better understand individual needs
• Completing incident reports effectively

This is a part-time permanent position of 24 hours/week, with a high possibility of extension. The schedule is Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The starting pay rate is $21.19 per hour, with potential for a raise after the annual evaluation. After a three-month probation period, you will be eligible for cost-shared health and dental benefits and 5 flex days. Mileage reimbursement is $0.50/km, as driving is required.

Minimum Requirements:

• A Certificate/Diploma in Human Services or Disability sector (equivalencies considered)
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and minimum $2,000,000 liability insurance by the time of hire
• One-year relevant experience in human services or disability sector
• Comfortable supporting individuals in a swimming pool
• Support individuals with diverse disabilities and complex diagnoses

Preferred Requirements:

• Previous training or experience with lifts, transfers, or g-tubes
• Comfortable supporting individuals around animals/pets
• Experience working with families, community resources, and building rapport with stakeholders
• Experience supporting individuals with mental health illnesses, ASD, or addictions is an asset