Community Support Worker

Kenora Association for Community Living; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a progressive organization dedicated to promoting inclusion and social justice in the community. As a Community Support Worker, you will play a vital role in enhancing the lives of individuals by building meaningful relationships and supporting their journey towards independence. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fun, professional environment with generous benefits and a focus on personal and professional growth. If you are compassionate, resilient, and passionate about making a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous vacation time

Employer paid benefits

Pension plan

Opportunities for personal growth

Professional development

Qualifications

• Passionate about enhancing the lives of others.
• Ability to thrive in change and prioritize self-care.
• Creative in finding opportunities and solutions.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in achieving their personal goals.
• Work collaboratively within a person-directed team.
• Help individuals build confidence and live independently.

Skills

Relationship Building

Compassion

Team Collaboration

Creativity

Resilience

Job description

“I get by with a little help from my friends"... Not just a great song lyric, it’s the way we do our work. Join us and live it too.

Why KACL?

Since 1960, KACL has promoted inclusion and social justice in our community. We are a not-for-profit, charitable organization made up of some of the most compassionate, caring, and hardworking people you’ll ever meet.

As one of the largest employers in Kenora, our goal is to be the employer of choice by focusing on safety, courtesy, teamwork, and service excellence.

As a Community Support Worker, you will walk alongside people to have the dignity and respect that is associated with living a rich, interdependent life. You will be part of a team whose gift is building relationships by being non-judgmental, having a sense of humor, rocking a work ethic, and celebrating when people experience independence and happiness.

You Are:

• Passionate About People: You build positive relationships and enhance the lives of others by helping them to learn skills in life and achieve their goals.
• Resilient: You thrive in change, know the importance of self-care and prioritize healthy practices for all.
• Team Driven: You get that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. You gel well with others and get fired up when working collaboratively.
• Creative: You see opportunities in every situation and are not afraid to try a different approach.
• Compassionate: You know that a kind, careful, and collaborative approach is the best way to help people.

You Will:

• Be part of a person directed team that provides supports and service that honour each person’s unique values, needs and preferences.
• Be a part of a team that focuses on relationships to support the success of others.
• Support people to share their gifts, live their dream and find their place in community.
• Help people learn skills, build confidence, and live as independently as possible.

You'll Love:

• Being a part of a progressive organization that makes a real difference in our community.
• A positive, fun, professional team that needs and values your gifts and talents.
• Generous vacation & personal leave time, employer paid benefits, and pension plan.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth, and exploration of your gifts.

$29.43 - $31.56 an hour

RPT1 positions work a minimum of 24 hours per week, averaged biweekly.

Vacancies: We are looking to fill one (1) regular part-time category 1 position.

Deadline: Applications must be submitted by May 18, 2025.

KACL is committed to employment equity and diversity and welcomes qualified applicants from the full range of identities, backgrounds, and experiences. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process.