Community Support Worker (CSW)

Calgary Progressive Lifestyles Foundation (CPLF) is seeking a compassionate, patient, and dedicated Community Support Worker (CSW) to join our team in Southeast Calgary.

As a Community Support Worker, you will provide one-on-one support to an adult woman with a disability, helping her participate in meaningful recreational, social, and community activities. She enjoys swimming, shopping, visiting the mall, watching movies, going to the zoo, dining at restaurants, and visiting Walmart.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who genuinely enjoys helping others and wants to make a positive difference in the life of a person with a disability.

About the Role

Community Support Workers at CPLF support individuals with disabilities in achieving greater independence, fulfillment, and autonomy. You will encourage community involvement, support personal growth, and help ensure the individual's safety, dignity, and overall well-being.

Position Details

• Position: Community Support Worker (CSW)
• Location: Southeast Calgary and surrounding areas
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Schedule: Monday to Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Pay: $21.53 per hour
• Benefits: Health benefits after 3 months of employment
• Start Date: To be discussed

What We Offer

CPLF provides training and support to help you succeed in your role, including:

• CPLF Orientation
• Medication Administration Training
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Training
• Abuse Protocol Training
• Positive Behaviour Support Training

Requirements

The successful candidate must:

• Be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Be compassionate, empathetic, patient, and reliable
• Be comfortable with swimming and participating in recreational activities
• Be comfortable providing personal care
• Be physically able to assist with pushing, lifting, and transfers, as the individual uses a wheelchair
• Be available to work Monday to Saturday, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Have a Police Clearance with a Vulnerable Sector Check completed within the past two years
• Have a valid Class 5 driver's licence
• Have access to a reliable vehicle
• Be able to provide $2 million in third-party liability vehicle insurance if hired
• Have, or be willing to obtain, valid First Aid Level C certification within three months of hire

Previous experience working with people with disabilities or in a support-related field is considered an asset.

About Calgary Progressive Lifestyles Foundation

Calgary Progressive Lifestyles Foundation (CPLF) is a registered charitable organization that has supported people with disabilities at work, at home, and in the community since 1989.

Our mission is to support individuals in engaging with their communities while promoting independence, fulfillment, and autonomy.

If you are compassionate, dependable, and passionate about supporting others to live meaningful and active lives, we would love to hear from you!

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and application to:

[email protected]

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.53 per hour

Benefits:

• Extended health care

Application question(s):

• Do you have a driver's license and a reliable vehicle?
• Are you okay with the schedule? This is a Monday to Saturday position, 10am-3pm!
• Are you okay with swimming? This is a must!
• Are you okay working with a female client in wheelchair who requires personal care and lifts/transfers?

Work Location: In person