Community Support Worker

Ongwanada; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Kingston, Ontario is seeking a Part Time Community Support Worker. The role involves assisting clients with personal care and maintaining a healthy living environment in various community settings. Certification as a Health Care Aide or related experience is required, along with current CPR and First Aid certifications. The position offers a competitive hourly wage starting at $25.97, with flexible scheduling and the possibility of increasing hours based on availability.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Health Care Aide or related experience.
• Current CPR and First Aid certificates.
• Successful completion of an Ongwanada recognized Defensive Driving Course.

Responsibilities

• Assist in direct care and maintain a safe living environment.
• Provide personal care including bathing, dressing, and feeding.
• Participate in cooking and housecleaning tasks.
• Operate vehicles for client transportation.
• Engage clients in leisure and recreational activities.
• Provide 1-1 support to clients as directed.

Skills

Health Care Aide certification or related experience

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Valid class G driving license

Excellent interpersonal skills

Good oral and written communication skills

Experience with developmentally challenged individuals

Ability to meet physical demands of the job

Job description

Competition#

OP-26-06

Date Posted

January 2, 2026

Closing Date

April 2, 2026

Position

Permanent and Temporary Part Time Community Support Worker

Location

Various Kingston, Gananoque, and Napanee Community Settings

Dates of Vacancy

Flexible

Hours of Work

Guaranteed a minimum of 24 hours per pay (biweekly) (open availability required)

Wage

Hourly: Start – $25.97; 6 Months – $26.30; One Year – $26.73

Position Description

The Community Support Worker provides services and supports for clients in various locations as part of a team under the direction of the in‑charge residential staff to ensure an optimum living environment.

Duties

• Assists in direct care of and in maintaining a healthy, safe living environment for Persons Served;
• Assisting in the provision of personal care i.e., bathing, dressing, feeding, brushing of teeth, toileting, etc.;
• Participating with and supporting in areas such as cooking (following direction of dietitian and Canada Food Guide), housecleaning, laundry, making beds, and outside duties as required;
• Operating Ongwanada vehicles for transportation to and from various sites and activities, as required.
• Participates in client‑focused leisure and recreational activities and events;
• Provides 1‑1 support to clients as required under direction of person in charge/supervisor;
• Other duties as directed.

For the complete position description please contact [e-mail].

Qualifications, Skills & Knowledge Required

• Certification as a Health Care Aide or related experience;
• Current certificates in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid;
• A valid class G driving license with full driving privilege, and successful completion of an Ongwanada recognized Defensive Driving Course;
• Excellent interpersonal skills, good oral and written communication skills combined with sound judgment;
• Experience working with the developmentally challenged would be an asset;
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job and to work shifts.

Please submit a Cover Letter and Resume quoting the competition number by 4 pm on the noted closing date to:
Human Resources Specialist
Ongwanada
191 Portsmouth Avenue
Kingston, ON K7M 8A6
Fax [phone]
Email: [e-mail]