About ARBI
ARBI is a nonprofit community-based rehabilitation centre providing neurorehabilitation and family support for survivors of moderate-severe acquired brain injury. For nearly 50 years, ARBI has been recognized as a pioneer in community-based brain injury rehabilitation using a combination of professional staff and trained volunteers. Our staff are relentlessly dedicated to the progress of each client we support.
Your Opportunity
Reporting to the Team Lead, Support for Community Living (SCL), the Community Living & Access Assistant (CLA) plays a vital role in enhancing the independence, well-being, and quality of life of adults living with acquired brain injury.
Working closely with a multidisciplinary team, the CLA supports the delivery of individualized recreation and community-based programming that promotes meaningful participation, skill development, and community inclusion. This role assists with planning, implementing, and evaluating client-centered activities while fostering positive relationships with clients, families, volunteers, students, and community partners.
The Community Living & Access Assistant provides one-on-one and group support in a variety of settings, including ARBI, clients' homes, and throughout the community. The successful candidate also assists with program coordination, transportation planning, documentation, and volunteer support while ensuring a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all participants.
This is a fixed-term position ending March 31, 2027, with the possibility of extension based on funding and organizational needs.
This role offers the opportunity to:
- Make a meaningful difference in the lives of adults living with acquired brain injury
- Support clients in achieving greater independence and community participation
- Work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary, and mission-driven team
- Build strong relationships with clients, families, volunteers, and community partners
- Contribute to innovative, client-centered community rehabilitation programming
What you bring:
The ideal candidate is compassionate, energetic, and committed to helping individuals achieve meaningful participation in their communities. They enjoy building positive relationships, encouraging independence, and supporting clients in reaching their personal goals through recreation, community engagement, and individualized support.
You are someone who is adaptable, organized, and confident working independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. You demonstrate professionalism, sound judgment, and a commitment to providing respectful, person-centered care in a variety of community settings.
Key attributes include:
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Compassion and respect when supporting adults with acquired brain injury
- Ability to motivate and encourage client participation and independence
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Flexibility and adaptability in dynamic community environments
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment
- Commitment to creating safe, inclusive, and engaging experiences for clients
- Commitment to ARBI's mission and client-centered approach
Key responsibility areas:
1. Client Support & Program Delivery – 60%
Responsible for providing direct client support through individualized and group programming that promotes independence, community participation, and overall well-being for adults living with acquired brain injury.
- Support adults with acquired brain injury in activities that promote independence at ARBI, home, and in the community.
- Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating individualized SCL programming and facilitate individual/group sessions.
- Provide respectful personal care assistance and support clients during community outings, including transportation coordination.
- Foster a safe, supportive, and engaging environment that promotes meaningful participation.
2. Collaboration & Communication – 25%
Responsible for collaborating with the interdisciplinary team, families, caregivers, and volunteers to ensure coordinated, client-centered service delivery.
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team under the direction of the Team Lead, Support for Community Living (SCL), to support individualized client goals.
- Liaise with the Clinical Rehabilitation team and Team Lead, SCL, to monitor client progress and address emerging needs.
- Communicate regularly with family members, caregivers, and residential support teams to ensure coordinated care and address client-related concerns.
- Build positive relationships with community partners to support client participation and inclusion where appropriate.
- Provide orientation, training, and day-to-day guidance to volunteers and students, ensuring safe, effective, and meaningful participation in programming.
3. Administration & Professional Development – 15%
Responsible for supporting the effective delivery of programs through administrative tasks, documentation, and ongoing professional development.
- Complete administrative tasks including scheduling, documentation, reporting, and program support.
- Maintain accurate and timely client and program records in accordance with organizational standards.
- Participate in ongoing learning and professional development activities to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Support student placements and contribute to program quality improvement initiatives as needed.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Team Leads and Director, Community Rehabilitation and Wellness Programs.
Qualifications:
- Diploma or degree in Rehabilitation, Human Services, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered
- Training or experience as a Therapy Assistant is preferred
- Experience working with individuals in neurorehabilitation or with acquired brain injury is preferred but not required
- Competence in group facilitation and person-centered program delivery is required
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Comfortable supporting clients with personal care needs as required
- Valid Class 5 operator’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
- Valid vehicle insurance with a minimum of $2 million liability coverage, updated annually; insurance must indicate the vehicle is used for business purposes
- Current CPR and Standard First Aid certification
- Successful completion of a Vulnerable Sector Check
- Proficient in basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel); familiarity with Jane software is considered an asset.
Application Deadline:
This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Please forward cover letter and resume to:
Marina Spratt
Interim Program Manager
E-mail: [email protected]
ARBI
311 Cedar Crescent SW
Calgary, AB T3C 3A4
Website: www.arbi.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: $25.50-$26.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Application question(s):
- Do you have a valid Class 5 operator's license and access to a reliable vehicle?
Work Location: In person
