Nanny Wanted - Disability Support Worker (In Home Caregiver)

CanadianNanny.ca; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A caregiving service is seeking a caring Disability Support Worker to provide daily care for a 10-year-old child with severe autism in Calgary. Responsibilities include personal hygiene assistance, meal preparation, and supporting routines. Ideal candidates will have experience in disability support and the ability to communicate clearly in English. This position offers $21/hour with benefits including paid vacation and public holidays.

Benefits

10 paid vacation days per year

Public holidays as per Alberta standards

Furnished private bedroom for live-in

Qualifications

• Experience in disability support, caregiving, or childcare (autism experience is a strong asset).
• Ability to communicate clearly in English.
• First Aid / CPR is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Help with personal hygiene (bathing, dressing, toileting).
• Prepare meals and assist with feeding.
• Support routines and calming strategies during sensory distress.
• Follow care plans provided by family or professionals.

Skills

Experience in disability support

Communication in English

Compassion

Patience

Problem-solving skills

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a caring and patient Disability Support Worker to provide daily care and support for a 10-year-old child with severe autism. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a child’s life in a safe, supportive home environment.

Responsibilities

• Help with personal hygiene (bathing, dressing, toileting)
• Prepare meals and assist with feeding
• Support routines, structured play, and calming strategies during sensory distress
• Use visual aids and non-verbal communication
• Keep the child’s environment safe and organized
• Light housekeeping related to the child (laundry, tidying play areas)
• Follow care plans provided by family or professionals

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in disability support, caregiving, or childcare (autism experience is a strong asset)
• Ability to communicate clearly in English
• Compassion, patience, and problem-solving skills
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• First Aid / CPR is an asset

Work Schedule & Pay

• Monday to Friday – 40 hours / week
• $21.00 / hour, paid bi-weekly
• 10 paid vacation days per year OR 4% vacation pay
• Public holidays as per Alberta standards
• If live-in: furnished private bedroom, Wi-Fi, laundry, and meals at no cost

How to Apply

Please apply with your resume and a short cover letter to: …@....com. We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For full details and to view the job posting, please visit the Canadian Nanny Job Calgary page: https://canadiannanny.ca/jobs/disability-support-worker-inhome-caregiver-canadian-nanny-job-calgary-ab