Respite/Disability Worker - Community Specialist II (In-Home)

Alberta AdaptAbilities Association•Edmonton, AB

6h•CA$22 - CA$23•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 pride by making a difference in the lives of children and youth with disabilities, helping them bridge the gap between possible and impossible, and supporting them to grow, succeed, and belong in their community. The organization strives to be an employer of choice by fostering a positive and collaborative team environment, offering meaningful work, competitive pay above non-profit industry standards, flexible shifts, career path and 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 specific role is a permanent part-time position within the In-Home Program, supporting an adult female participant in Southwest Edmonton. The Community Specialist II (CS II) reports to the assigned Program Manager 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 participants and their families. They are responsible for thoughtful programming, planning, and implementation to help participants connect with their communities, establish real relationships, and create meaningful days and lives. The CSII is expected to act with integrity, be open to growth, live the company purpose, cultivate teamwork, and put forth extraordinary effort to empower people with disabilities and their families.

Requirements

Extensive experience working with children, youth and young adults or vulnerable individuals in a health care setting, school, or home setting
Experience and confidence in supporting individuals who may exhibit behaviours that limit their ability to access or participate in community
Experience and confidence in providing personal care and medical care needs
Alignment with AdaptAbilities core values: open to growth, live our purpose, cultivate teamwork, demonstrate extraordinary effort and act with integrity
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 (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
Clear Police Information Check and Intervention Record Check are required upon hire
Intermediate First Aid Certification CPR Level C and AED is required upon hire
Clean class 5 driver's license and a vehicle is required
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Abuse Prevention and Response Protocol, and Medication Administration certification are required

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