Independent Contractor - Home Support Proprietor (Caregiver)

Catholic Social Services; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training including First Aid/CPR

Ongoing professional support

Monthly compensation for Training and;

Job summary

Catholic Social Services is seeking compassionate Home Caregivers to provide person-centred support for adults with complex medical and behavioural needs in their own homes.

As an Independent Contractor, you will implement behaviour support plans, assist with daily living, and coordinate with families and professionals to enable safe, dignified living and community inclusion. Training and ongoing professional support are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with autism, developmental disabilities, mental health needs, or complex behaviours is preferred
• Training or familiarity with Positive Behaviour Supports (PBS) or crisis-intervention strategies
• Ability to remain patient, empathetic, and consistent during challenging situations
• Vulnerable Sector Police check and Child intervention check upon application required
• Reliable, respectful, and committed to high-quality care

Responsibilities

• Implement behaviour support strategies and follow individual care plans.
• Support clients with communication challenges, emotional regulation, and daily routines.
• Maintain a safe, predictable environment and respond calmly during escalations.
• Complete a monthly report and communicate regularly with family members or supervisors.
• Encourage independence, social engagement, and meaningful activities.

Skills

Behaviour support

Communication

Emotional regulation

Daily living

Independence

Job description

Independent Contractor - Home Support Proprietor (Caregiver)

Job Description

Posted Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Home Support Proprietor (Caregiver) – Complex Needs & Behavioural Support

Are you compassionate, patient, and skilled at supporting adult individuals with unique and complex care needs? We are seeking dedicated Home Caregivers to provide person‑centred support for clients with medical needs, developmental disabilities, and complex behavioural profiles.

We are looking for both full- time and respite providers.

About the Role

As a Home Support Caregiver, you will help clients live safely, comfortably, and with dignity in your home environment. You will support a person who is living with your home and will work together with families and professionals to provide behavioural support, daily living assistance, and community inclusion.

This is not an employment position with Catholic Social Services. You will function as an Independent Contractor, and the Agency will support to you to meet standards of care in accordance with pertinent and applicable policies and procedures when caring for persons with disabilities.

Key Responsibilities

These will vary on the needs of the individual:

• Implement behaviour support strategies and follow individual care plans.
• Support clients with communication challenges, emotional regulation, and daily routines.
• Maintain a safe, predictable environment and respond calmly during escalations.
• Complete a monthly report and communicate regularly with family members or supervisors.
• Encourage independence, social engagement, and meaningful activities.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with autism, developmental disabilities, mental health needs, or complex behaviours is preferred
• Training or familiarity with Positive Behaviour Supports (PBS) or crisis‑intervention strategies
• Ability to remain patient, empathetic, and consistent during challenging situations
• Vulnerable Sector Police check and Child intervention check upon application required
• Reliable, respectful, and committed to high‑quality care

What We Offer

• Training including First Aid/CPR and ongoing professional support.
• A rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference.
• monthly paid compensation of Training Allowance and daily Room and Board rate .