Alberta Special needs advocate Jobs – 38 Openings This Week

Recreation Aide (PEARPL)
Connecting Care —Hythe, AB
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Dental care
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Field Nurse Case Manager
Bayshore HealthCare —Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
6d
HCA - 0.7 FTE Permanent Days
LeeCaring Communities —Edmonton, AB
- $23.27–$28.10 an hour
- Temporary
- Caregiving
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Dental care
- Life insurance
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HCA - 0.7 FTE Permanent Nights
LeeCaring Communities —Edmonton, AB
- $23.27–$28.10 an hour
- Temporary
- Caregiving
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Dental care
- Life insurance
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FT Outreach Worker, Special Initiatives - Term for Three Months
Alpha House —Calgary, AB
- $24.95 an hour
- English
- Case management
- Driving
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Casual Crisis Intervention Worker
True North Society —Strathmore, AB
- $23.00–$26.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Case management
- Flexible schedule
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2d
Disability Services Worker - Supported Independent Living, Part-Time UPDATED
Taproot Community Support Services —Edmonton, AB
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Social Work
- Employee assistance program
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Case Manager
Alberta Immigrant Women & Children Centre —Edmonton, AB
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- CPR Certification
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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9d
Unit Clerk 0.5 FTE
LeeCaring Communities —Edmonton, AB
- $21.89–$26.35 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
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11d
Social Worker (SW-RV24-001) - Bethany Riverview
Bethany Care Society —Calgary, AB
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- English
- Bachelor's
Disability Services Worker, Full-Time
Taproot Community Support Services —Edmonton, AB
- 12 hour shift
- CPR Certification
- Medication administration
- High school diploma or GED
- Profit sharing
- Employee assistance program
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Full-time Educational Assistant
Buffalo Trail Public Schools —Vermilion, AB
- $22.68–$26.94 an hour
- Contract
- Classroom experience
5d
Service Administrative Assistant
March of Dimes Canada —Edmonton, AB
- $21.90 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
4d
Recreation Assistant (Part Time)
Optima Living —Edmonton, AB
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Computer skills
- Communication skills
Customer Relations Liaison (Prairies)
The Beer Store —Edmonton, AB
- $52,700–$65,900 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Marketing
- Customer service
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
Clinical Lead
SafeLink Alberta —Calgary, AB
- $45–$52 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Nursing
- BLS Certification
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
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14d
Early Learning Teacher (Discovery) ABC-0076
ABC Head Start Society —Edmonton, AB
- From $33.42 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with children
- Education
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3d
Business and Policy Planner
City of Calgary —Calgary, AB
- $48.54–$64.88 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Project management
- Construction experience
11d
Customer Relations Liaison (Prairies)
Brewers Distributor Ltd. —Edmonton, AB
- $52,700–$65,900 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Marketing
- Customer service
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
Social Worker (SW-CS24-003) - Bethany Collegeside
Bethany Care Society —Red Deer, AB
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- English
- Bachelor's

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Recreation Aide (PEARPL)

Connecting Care -
Hythe, AB

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Job details

Full-time

Qualifications

Hospitality
English
High school diploma or GED

Full job description

At Connecting Care, we proudly embrace The Eden Alternative™ philosophy as a guiding force for every facet of community operations. This revolutionary approach to care prioritizes resident directed principles, fostering an environment that goes beyond meeting physical needs to truly enhance the well-being of our residents. We offer range of services, including senior living community operations. We enrich the lives of older adults through innovative care models and value-based care. Founded in rural Alberta, our commitment to care exceeds expectations – we are dedicated to creating a vibrant, inclusive, and compassionate environment for seniors and our employees. With a mission to build and operate person-directed communities, we value individuality, dignity, knowledge, hospitality.

Role Overview

As a Recreation Aide, you play a vital role in supporting and delivering engaging programs that enhance the well-being of residents and foster a sense of community. You will foster a vibrant community that promotes meaningful relationships, individual choice, and a sense of belonging for all. You will assist in implementing recreation programming that provides a well-rounded approach to well-being, addressing the social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and spiritual needs of residents.

We are looking for:
Full - Time Days

Key Accountabilities

Build meaningful connections with residents to understand their interests, hobbies, and life experiences.
Advocate for resident preferences, ensuring recreational activities reflect individual needs and choices.
Encourage and involve residents in all aspects of planning and implementing recreation programs, fostering a sense of purpose and inclusion.
Assist in the creation and coordination of a balanced recreation calendar that addresses the social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and spiritual needs of residents.
Explore and introduce new program ideas each month to keep activities fresh, engaging, and meaningful for residents.
Assist in organizing special events and outings that create meaningful experiences and foster community connections for residents.
Work collaboratively with the kitchen service area to coordinate refreshments for special events, ensuring an enjoyable experience for residents.
Ensure accurate attendance tracking and assist with documentation of resident participation.
Maintain up to date paperwork on residents such as Resident Leisure Biographies, PIPA forms, Outings Consent, etc. (If required)
Send monthly recreation summary report to the Home Office Designate. (If required)
Assist in the recruitment, training, supervision, and retention of volunteers, ensuring they are meaningfully engaged in enhancing resident experiences. (If required)
Develop and maintain recreation program plans that provide clear guidelines on how each program is structured and facilitated. (If required)
Adhere to and enforce emergency management plans, infection control protocols, WHMIS, and health & safety wellness strategies.
Facilitate effective communication among care partners, residents, and families.
Assist in managing inventory and supplies.
Identify health, safety, or maintenance concerns and report them for timely resolution.
Ensure living and service areas are clean, organized, and conducive to engagement and comfort.
Support community-wide initiatives that enhance companionship, purpose, and meaning in daily life.
Promote a culture of engagement and spontaneity, creating opportunities for residents to thrive.
Perform additional duties as required to support community well-being and engagement.

Required Education

Grade 12 diploma or recognized equivalent.
Education or training in recreation or a related field is an asset.
Current clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector check.

Required Skills

Fluent in English (reading, writing, and speaking).
Experience in assisting with recreation programming.
Demonstrated ability to engage residents through interactive and meaningful activities.
Commitment to person-directed care and the Eden Alternative Philosophy.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to motivate and engage residents through meaningful activities and connections.
Awareness of accident and injury prevention, with adherence to safe work practices.
Ability to complete mandatory training and education requirements within designated timelines.

Additional Education and Skills

Previous experience in recreation programming within a senior living or community setting is an asset.
Strong sense of humor, creativity, and adaptability.
Willingness to modify role to enhance resident experiences and engagement.
Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional integrity within the community.

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Why Join Our Team?

Competitive compensation package
Opportunity for personal and professional growth
We provide an approach to care that supports the WHOLE person, that upholds their right to a life full of purpose, connection, empowerment, and possibility. (Read more about our philosophy https://www.edenalt.org/)
Life, Health & Dental benefits*
Health Spending Account *
RRSP program with employer maximum percentage matching*
Looking for a happy corporate culture! The term staff is not used here, we are Employee Care Partners!
Entitlements may differ per community

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