Ab Special needs advocate Jobs – 57 Openings This Week

Recreation Aide (PEARPL)
Connecting Care —Hythe, AB
- Full-time
- Inventory management
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Dental care
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First Cook
Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel —Edmonton, AB
- $20.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Bar
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
- Commuter benefits
- Dental care
6d
Employment Support Coordinator
Kitikmeot Camp Solutions —Edmonton, AB
- $70,000–$90,000 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Microsoft Outlook
- Travel
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13d
HCA- Casual
LeeCaring Communities —Edmonton, AB
- $23.27–$28.10 an hour
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Caregiving
- English
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Class 1 Truck Driver
Arrow Transportation Systems Inc. —Grande Prairie, AB
- $37.91 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- English
- Home daily
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
23h
HCA - 0.4 FTE Permanent Days - Line 41
LeeCaring Communities —Edmonton, AB
- $23.27–$28.10 an hour
- Temporary
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Dental care
- Life insurance
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HCA - 0.6 FTE Days - Temporary - Line 11
LeeCaring Communities —Edmonton, AB
- $23.27–$28.10 an hour
- Temporary
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- English
- High school diploma or GED
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HCA - 0.6 FTE Days Permanent - Line 51
LeeCaring Communities —Edmonton, AB
- $23.27–$28.10 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- English
- High school diploma or GED
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1d
Full-time Educational Assistant
Buffalo Trail Public Schools —Vermilion, AB
- $22.68–$26.94 an hour
- Contract
- Medication administration
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Research
Adult Day Program Aide - Devonshire ADP
Park Place Seniors Living —Edmonton, AB
- $20.83–$26.10 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Vital signs
- Medication administration
Perinatal Health & Wellness Worker
Kindred Connections Society —Calgary, AB
- $46,570–$52,385 a year
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Bachelor's
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
3h
Accessibility Advisor
Athabasca University —Alberta
- $48,621.92–$79,714.45 a year
- Temporary
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Computer literacy
- Research
- Disability insurance
- Relocation assistance
3d
Crisis Intervention Worker - Casual/Relief
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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13h
PT Educational Assistant
Buffalo Trail Public Schools —Marwayne, AB
- Part-time
- Medication administration
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Research
14h
Educational Assistant
Buffalo Trail Public Schools —Provost, AB
- Full-time
- Medication administration
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Research
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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Full Time Crisis Intervention Worker - Temporary
True North Society —Strathmore, AB
- From $23 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Case management
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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8d
Community Market Coordinator
Alexandra Comm Hlth Ctr —Calgary, AB
- $25.34–$28.16 an hour
- Part-time
- Management
- Databases
- Supervising experience
- Mileage reimbursement
- Dental care
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7h
Counsellor
Community Links —Airdrie, AB
- $32–$34 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Master's degree
- Experience working with children
- First Aid Certification
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
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14d
Disability Services Worker - Supported Independent Living, Full-Time
Taproot Community Support Services —Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- CPR Certification
- Medication administration
- Profit sharing
- Employee assistance program
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Recreation Aide (PEARPL)

Connecting Care -
Hythe, AB

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Job details

Full-time

Qualifications

Inventory management
Workplace safety policies
English
Workplace hazardous materials information systems
High school diploma or GED
Decision making
Program coordination
Recruiting
Cleaning

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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