Disability Support Worker

LutherCare Communities; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced time off

Work-life balance

Wellness in workplace

Career advancement

Paid sick leave

Extended health and dental benefits

Group life and long-term disability

Pension plan

EFAP

Job summary

LutherCare Communities is seeking a Disability Support Worker to join our Group Home team. You will provide personal care and ensure safety of residents while implementing individual lifestyle plans.

You will assist with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, nutrition, and community participation, and you will handle housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation as part of a caring team.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education with experience working with adults with cognitive and physical disabilities in a residential setting.
• Disability Support Worker or related courses preferred; Food Safe Certificate is a requirement.
• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently; good interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Resident Care – assist with personal hygiene and daily living activities.
• Resident Programming – facilitate daily living activities and community participation.
• Home Maintenance – perform housekeeping, laundry and meal/snack preparation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Fluent English

Education

Grade 12 education

Disability Support Worker course

Special Care Aide course

Job description

VISION

A Safe and Caring Continuum of Living™ for those we serve.

MISSION

Our mission is to provide excellence in care, shelter, and support in a caring Christian environment for all entrusted to our care.

VALUES

Compassionate Care, Excellence in Serving, Inclusion & Belonging, Integrity.

The Position:

In support of the Vision, Mission and Values of LutherCare Communities, we are seeking a Disability Support Worker to join our Group Home team. Applicants will be responsible for the personal care and safety of clients and for the implementation of individual lifestyle plans.

Duties and Responsibilities of Disability Support Worker include three main areas:

• Resident Care – Includes assistance of personal hygiene (bathing, toileting, dressing, eating etc.)
• Resident Programming – Includes the facilitation of resident daily living activities and participation in the community.
• Home Maintenance – Includes housekeeping, laundry and the preparation of meals and snacks

Anticipated Hours of Work:

40 hours per week

Posting Close Date:

October 22, 2026 (4:00 p.m.)

The Applicant:

Applicants would typically qualify for this position through the completion of a grade 12 education with previous experience working with adults with cognitive and physical disabilities in a residential setting. A Disability Support Worker (Rehabilitation Worker) course, Special Care Aide course or equivalent education is preferred, Food Safe Certificate is a requirement, Sign language is desirable. The incumbent must complete Basic Skills Training as provided by LCC. Applicants must be available to work shifts that include days, evenings & weekends. Applicants must possess good interpersonal skills and be able to interpret, read, write and speak English fluently.

The below mentioned certifications would be considered an asset and/or a requirement:

• TLR (Transfer, Lifting & Repositioning) is considered an asset
• PART (Professional Assault Response Training) is considered an asset
• First Aid and CPR is considered an asset
• Personal Support Worker course is considered an asset
• Food Safe Certificate is a requirement

What We Offer:

• Enhanced time off policies
• Prioritization of work-life balance
• Wellness in the workplace
• Culture of internal advancement
• Paid sick leave
• Extended Health and Dental benefits
• Group life and long-term disability benefits
• Pension Plan
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

We believe in the power of diversity and we're dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment at LutherCare Communities. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants and encourage people of all visible minorities and those of any religion, sex, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression to apply.

Applicants must provide a criminal background check including the vulnerable sector search prior to employment.

A Safe and Caring Continuum of Living™ for those we serve.