Overnight Awake Residential Worker, Part-Time

Taproot Community Support Services; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Work–life balance

Professional development

Pension/benefits where applicable

Job summary

Taproot Community Support Services is opening a new 16-hour per week night position (ARNW) for Abbotsford, BC. The role requires an awake residential night worker to handle health, safety and basic client support in a small group home.

Applicants must be willing to work nights, be comfortable alone with on-call support, and have union CUPE membership. Ideal candidates bring Grade 12 with a certificate and First Aid, plus experience in behaviour management and basic sign language.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education plus certificate or equivalent.
• WCB Occupational First Aid, Level 1 (or ability to obtain within probation).
• Experience with behaviour management and basic sign language/alternative communication strategies.

Responsibilities

• Monitor residents through the night and attend to medical and behavioural needs.
• Follow day staff direction and notify for emergencies.
• Assist with morning/evening routines and maintain safety and security of the home.
• Administer medications according to policy and maintain logs and incident reports.
• Perform light housekeeping and basic maintenance tasks as needed.

Skills

Sign language

Alternative communications

Behaviour management

Basic computer skills

Education

Grade 12 education + certificate

WCB Occupational First Aid, Level 1

Job description

The Program

At Taproot Community Support Services, we’re a 100 percent employee-owned organization through an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). Every employee is an owner from their first day, with a voice in shaping Taproot’s future and the opportunity to share in employee ownership dividends.

The Program

At Taproot Community Support Services, we’re a 100 percent employee-owned organization through an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). Every employee is an owner from their first day, with a voice in shaping Taproot’s future and the opportunity to share in employee ownership dividends. As a Certified B Corporation, we harness business for good. Since 1983 we’ve grown steadily, now delivering support across Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario through more than 90 contracts. Our 800-plus employee-owners live by five shared values: we are stronger together, we lead with optimism, we embrace challenges, we respect every voice, and we go above and beyond. Guided by these principles, we deliver more than 125 community-based services each year. We walk alongside about 1,600 children, youth, families, and people with diverse abilities, with revenues exceeding $70 million. This October 2026 Taproot will be opening this new group home in the Abbotsford area. This home supports two (2) individuals with developmental disabilities. The Home Based Community Inclusion services are intended to ensure the persons serviced supported in the home receive the ongoing support they require to participate in the community in a meaningful way. Some of the activities may include all the residents of the home while other activities may require more of an individualized approach. These services are designed to support persons served to have rich lives within the community and any supports provided will take into consideration the persons served current behavioural, mental health and other disability-related needs, support preferences, and their goals.

The Position

The awake residential night worker (ARNW) for this licensed, accredited agency attends to the health, well-being, safety and security of residents and the program site at night, and provides general, non-specific services to clients as required. This position will be alone during the overnight hours and must feel comfortable working alone, with support from fellow team members and the On-Call Manager, as needed. Maintains a comfortable and clean living environment. This position requires union membership with CUPE.

Scheduling

One (1) permanent part-time position working 16 hours per week :

• Saturday and Sunday, 2300-0700

In Your Role You Will

• Monitors residents through the night and attends to any medical and behavioural needs that arise during the night.
• Follows through on direction regarding specific residents left by the day staff.
• Notifies staff of any major problems or emergencies; responds to emergencies according to established policies and procedures.
• Supports residents with their morning and evening routines at the beginning and end of shift.
• Ensures residents follow house rules; monitors curfew regulations and reports to appropriate authorities as required.
• Administers medications to residents according to established policy and procedure.
• Ensures logbooks and other documentation such as charts and incident reports are complete.
• Performs light housekeeping duties such as vacuuming, dusting, emptying garbage, cleaning and laundry; performs minor building maintenance such as changing light bulbs; reports maintenance needs to the program manager.
• Complies with policies, procedures and values of the agency, and uses best practices when supporting residents.
• Utilizes practices that promote service recipient health, welfare, safety and security; secures the building by arming alarms and locking doors and windows.
• Prepares and assists residents in breakfast preparation.
• Performs miscellaneous job‑related duties as assigned.
• Prior to confirmation of employment, all applicants must provide a copy of a current Criminal Record Check and/or Government Screening Letter. These checks vary depending on province and sector and will be communicated by the Program Hiring Team.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

• Grade 12 education PLUS certificate, OR minimum of 6 months equivalent experience in related human/social service field
• Other combination of education and experience may be considered
• Current WCB Occupational First Aid, Level 1 (or ability to obtain within the probation period)
• Experience with behaviour management, basic sign language and/or alternative communications strategies training
• Ability to use common computer applications required (training provided)

Other Requirements

• Experience working with complex health (including personal hygiene and seizures) is preferred
• Successful candidate must sign an oath of confidentiality, a conflict of interest statement, abuse protocols and a code of ethics statement.

What Taproot Community Support Services Does

At Taproot, your passion for helping others can truly make a difference. As an employee‑owned company, we value collaboration, learning, and innovation. Our strength‑based approach guides both our care and how we support each other. Join a team where your voice matters, and together, we're building a company we're proud of.

Our Employees Enjoy

• Employee ownership from day one through our EOT, with opportunity for profit‑sharing dividends
• Work/life balance
• Learning and career development opportunities
• Competitive wages and salaries
• Paid vacation and benefits for eligible employees
• Defined benefit pension plan (Municipal Pension Plan) for eligible employees within British Columbia
• Matching RRSP plan for eligible employees within Alberta
• Professional development opportunities and job‑related training
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Long Service Milestone rewards
• Employee referral bonus program
• A values‑driven workplace — as a Certified B Corp, we're committed to using business as a force for good

For more information on Taproot Community Support Services visit our website: taproot.ca

Equal-Opportunity Employer

Our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is unwavering. We believe that varied backgrounds and experiences fuel innovation and success. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion across all operations. We're seeking candidates passionate about contributing to our multicultural teams and enriching our workplace with their unique insights and cultural sensitivity.

We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.