Job Description

SKILLS is a non-profit organization which provides a range of community-based supports to people with disabilities. This is a Community Support Worker I Position Alternate 18-24 hr/wk on weekends. Saturday & Sunday 9a-9p, or 10a-10p as an example some shifts are shorter. Our wages are competitive, and we offer paid training. Starting wage is from $19.00-$20.17 to start and is commensurate with education and experience.

The ideal candidate needs to have previous disability support worker experience, be resourceful, knowledgeable of community programs, have good computer skills, be energetic and have experience assisting with personal care. This position entails creating and scheduling community-based activities, while ensuring that the individuals attend these activities.

These positions are in multiple locations. Each program is unique. We work with seniors and adults. Skills aims to aid people in living full and rewarding lives. The focus of these positions will be to help all of the individuals we support access the community to do the things they enjoy.

We have locations across the city, west, south, central and north Edmonton. Personal care, meal preparation, and community access are all important parts of these positions.

The successful applicant must provide a current clear Criminal Record Check with the Vulnerable Sector Search.

If this opportunity sounds appealing to you, please submit your resume and cover letter through Indeed .

Only Applicants selected for an interview will be contacted, no phone calls please.

Skills Society has intentional practices in place to achieve fairness in employment and create a diverse workforce. No person will be denied employment opportunities or opportunities or benefits for reasons unrelated to their abilities. Recruitment and advancement will not discriminate on the grounds of any protected characteristics under Alberta Human Rights or Canadian Human Rights legislation. Individuals will be recruited to positions based on their skills, qualifications and attributes required for employment and alignment to agency core values.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Employee assistance program RRSP match
Education:

Secondary School (required)
Experience:

community support: 2 years (required)
Language:

English (required)
Work Location: In person