Respite - Wheelchair Access

2 days ago

Calgary AB TE C, Canada Calgary Progressive Lifestyles Foundation Full time $7,530 - $9,376 per year

Contract Opportunity

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Respite Worker to join our CPLF team, who has a wheelchair access home, that can accommodate an electric wheelchair.

As a Respite provider, you will work directly with a male adult with a disability who enjoys animals, movies, and swimming Calgary Progressive Lifestyles Foundation (CPLF) Support Workers facilitate participation in recreational and social activities, supporting personal growth and community involvement, and ensuring overall well-being of people with disabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals in our community. If you are passionate about helping others and making a difference in people's lives, we would love to hear from you.

Job Details

Location: Calgary, and surrounding areas

Schedule: 2 weekends a month (Friday to Sunday) - Four days total in the month

Employment Type: Contract

About Calgary Progressive Lifestyles Foundation (CPLF)

CPLF is a registered charitable organization supporting people with disabilities at work, at home, and in the community since 1989. Our mission is to support individuals engage with their community where individuals with disabilities achieve independence, fulfillment, and autonomy.

Job Requirements:

· Wheelchair access home - that can accommodate an electric wheelchair

· Police Clearance with Vulnerable Sector Check (within the past two years)

· Must be empathetic and patient individual

· Experience working in the field is an asset

· A reliable vehicle and valid driver's class 5 license

o If hired, we require two million in third party liability vehicle insurance

· Valid First Aid (Level C) certification required within 3 months of hiring.

· If hired, we require General Commercial Liability Insurance

*Medication Administration Training, Crisis Prevention Intervention Training, Abuse Protocol Training, and Positive Behavior Support Training will be provided at cost.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $228.38 per day

Application question(s):

  • Do you have a wheelchair access home that can accommodate an electric wheelchair? This includes things like wide doors, ramps, lifts wheel-in bathroom, walk in shower, and/or ceiling tracks If yes, please explain
  • Do you have experience working with individuals who are in a wheelchair? - Lifts, transfers, personal care etc..? Please explain.

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Calgary, AB T2E 7C8

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