House Assistant (or DSW or PSW)

L'Arche Canada Inc.; Saint John; Hybrid; CAD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

L'Arche Saint John is seeking part-time assistants to support individuals with intellectual disabilities in the McKim House. The role focuses on direct care, daily living activities, and fostering a welcoming community aligned with L’Arche values.

Shift availability includes mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma, are fluent in English, and can pass standard checks and CPR/First Aid training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fluent in spoken and written English; able to work effectively in a team setting.
• Clear Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Screening, and Social Development Record Check upon hire.
• CPR & First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• At least 19 years of age.
• Knowledge of or openness to L’Arche history, values, and vision.
• Flexible, reliable, and able to manage the stress of multi-faceted responsibilities.
• Calm, focused, and able to respond well in times of crisis.
• Open to learning and able to give and receive feedback.

Responsibilities

• Provide respectful, high-quality support in personal care, household chores, meal preparation, transportation, medication, and community participation.
• Build supportive relationships with core members based on mutual respect and dignity.
• Collaborate with the House Leader and other assistants to maintain a safe, welcoming, and inclusive home.
• Support and participate in house routines, traditions, and celebrations.
• Keep records as directed (e.g., daily logs, medication records).
• Adhere to L’Arche policies, guidelines, and safety procedures.
• Participate in orientation and training as required.

Skills

Teamwork

English fluency

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Assistants support persons with intellectual disabilities at L’Arche Saint John. Working as part of the McKim House team, assistants provide direct care, foster a welcoming community life, and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the home. Duties include personal care, household tasks, participation in community activities, and maintaining a supportive environment that reflects the values of L’Arche.

This is a part-time position, well-suited for individuals seeking occasional or part-time work in a meaningful, people-focused environment. Weekday morning, evening and weekend availability is required.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide respectful, high-quality support in areas such as personal care, household chores, meal preparation, transportation, medication, and community participation.
• Build supportive relationships with core members based on mutual respect and dignity.
• Collaborate with the House Leader and other assistants to maintain a safe, welcoming, and inclusive home.
• Support and participate in house routines, traditions, and celebrations.
• Keep records as directed (e.g., daily logs, medication records).
• Adhere to L’Arche policies, guidelines, and safety procedures.
• Participate in orientation and training as required.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fluent in spoken and written English; able to work effectively in a team setting.
• Clear Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Screening, and clear Social Development Record Check (processed upon hire)
• ValidCPR & First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Valid driver’s licenseis required.
• At least 19 years of age.
• Knowledge of or openness to L’Arche history, values, and vision.
• Flexible, reliable, and able to manage the stress of multi-faceted responsibilities.
• Calm, focused, and able to respond well in times of crisis.
• Open to learning and able to give and receive feedback.

Working Conditions and Physical Environment:

• Hours are part-time, based on relief needs.

Assistants support persons with intellectual disabilities at L’Arche Saint John. Working as part of the McKim House team, assistants provide direct care, foster a welcoming community life, and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the home. Duties include personal care, household tasks, participation in community activities, and maintaining a supportive environment that reflects the values of L’Arche.

This is a part-time position, well-suited for individuals seeking occasional or part-time work in a meaningful, people-focused environment. Weekday morning, evening and weekend availability is required.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide respectful, high-quality support in areas such as personal care, household chores, meal preparation, transportation, medication, and community participation.
• Build supportive relationships with core members based on mutual respect and dignity.
• Collaborate with the House Leader and other assistants to maintain a safe, welcoming, and inclusive home.
• Support and participate in house routines, traditions, and celebrations.
• Keep records as directed (e.g., daily logs, medication records).
• Adhere to L’Arche policies, guidelines, and safety procedures.
• Participate in orientation and training as required.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fluent in spoken and written English; able to work effectively in a team setting.
• Clear Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Screening, and clear Social Development Record Check (processed upon hire)
• ValidCPR & First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Valid driver’s licenseis required.
• At least 19 years of age.
• Knowledge of or openness to L’Arche history, values, and vision.
• Flexible, reliable, and able to manage the stress of multi-faceted responsibilities.
• Calm, focused, and able to respond well in times of crisis.
• Open to learning and able to give and receive feedback.

Working Conditions and Physical Environment:

• Hours are part-time, based on relief needs.

Shifts may include days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays.

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