Community Specialist II

Alberta AdaptAbilities Association•Edmonton, AB

2d•CA$23 - CA$24•Onsite

About The Position

AdaptAbilities provides meaningful programs for children and youth with disabilities and has been recognized as a 2025 Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice. Working with AdaptAbilities offers a sense of purpose, job satisfaction, and the pride of making a difference in the lives of children and youth with disabilities. The role helps bridge the gap between possible and impossible, supporting individuals with disabilities to grow, succeed, and belong in their community. The company strives to be an employer of choice by fostering a positive and collaborative team environment, offering competitive pay, flexible shifts, career growth opportunities, and a culture of appreciation and employee recognition. Additional perks include mentorship, support for professional development, and programs that support a balanced lifestyle. This is a full-time permanent position for the In-Home adult program, running Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM in West Edmonton. The Community Specialist II (CS II) reports to the assigned Program Supervisor and is a highly experienced direct support role, typically handling more complex and specialized situations, behaviors, or environments. The CS II works on the front lines, playing a pivotal role in creating a safe, caring, and community-enriched life for individuals and families. Through thoughtful program planning and implementation, they help participants connect with their communities, establish real relationships, and create meaningful days and lives. The conscientious CSII embodies the company's core values: integrity, openness to growth, living the purpose, cultivating teamwork, and extraordinary effort, to empower people with disabilities and their families.

Requirements

Minimum education requirement of a High School Diploma and a minimum of 2-3 years of related experience; or graduation from an appropriate post-secondary program with a Certificate or Diploma. Programs include Disability Studies, Human Services, Social Work, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Psychology, Sociology, or Education or Education Assistant
Hands-on experience working with individuals with complex behaviors which limit their inclusion in community and/or programs
Alignment with AdaptAbilities core purpose and core values
Clear Police Information Check and Intervention Record Check are required upon hire
Strong skills and experience with redirection and boundary setting
The ideal candidate is motivated, active, and confident in planning meaningful engaging days
Intermediate First Aid Certification CPR Level C and AED is required upon hire

Nice To Haves

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
Medication Administration Certification
Abuse Prevention and Response Protocol

Responsibilities

Provide direct care and purposeful support with individuals identified as exhibiting behaviours that may limit access to community in an engaging, fun, and safe environment
Implement person-centered and behaviour plans designed to support and assist participants
Facilitate inclusion for individuals with complex and/or specialized situations
Deliver and adapt programs and services in an engaging and meaningful manner that imparts growth, success, and belonging
Foster genuine relationships promoting dignity, personal interests and identities
Empower individuals to create meaningful days and achieve their goals
Communicate effectively with integrity to individuals, families, and co-workers
Assist, support, and encourage individuals to advocate on their own behalf and achieve their personal goals through various development activities
Maintain timely, accurate and professional documents in accordance with AdaptAbilities policies and procedures
Perform other job-related activities as required