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Residential Support Worker Richardson Residential Program
2 weeks ago
Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of marginalized populations?
The field of human services provides meaningful work. What you do has a purpose, and you know it directly impacts and contributes to an individual's well-being while supporting the development of more inclusive communities which benefit everyone.
Calgary Alternative Support Services (CASS) recognizes that the people we employ are our single greatest asset. We endeavour to recruit and mentor human service professionals with talent and commitment for disability advocacy and community engagement.
We have one (1) permanent part-time position located in SW Calgary.
Working days Monday to Friday from 15:00 to 20:00. Total hours of work per week are 25.
This posting closes on December 2, 2025.
Program Summary
The Calgary Alternative Residential Services (CARS) program assists individuals with developmental disabilities to become more independent through skill acquisition, empowerment and full inclusion in society, thus improving their quality of life. The CARS program focuses on 'person-centered planning' – people supporting people – based on the individual's needs. Through a self-directed process, the individual will be assisted in identifying areas of support that are important to them and will contribute towards their personal goals.
Job Summary
The Residential Support Worker (RSW) Richardson is an experienced disability worker who gives direct support to individuals with complex support needs (combination of developmental disabilities, mental health issues, and/or complex medical needs). The complexity of the individual's needs and support requires more specialized education/training related to dual diagnoses and/or medical conditions and experience covering a broader range of services and supports.
This role supports clients to build a strong sense of empowerment; the ability to make positive decisions and help establish themselves as a part of their community; and provide development and stability in our client's daily activities.
This role is responsible for establishing professional boundaries with the client; providing guidance to the client regarding emotional support, daily living skills, and engaging with community resources based on the goals laid out in their Individual Support Plan (ISP).
This role takes part in planning, risk assessment, carrying out behaviour support plans and tracking medical and/or behaviour concerns. This role may require additional training, such as Lifts and Transfers Training, Safe Food Handling, and/or Behaviour Supports.
Key Responsibilities to:
Client
- Establish respectful and professional boundaries while developing positive working relationships with clients
- Assist clients in the development and monitoring of goals and objectives indicated in their Individual Support Plan (ISP)
- Support individuals in specifically identified areas, including community access, daily living skills, behaviour supports, budgeting, management of health-related matters and/or harm reduction as needed
- Stay current on all individual health concerns and/or behaviours of concerns
Follow any behaviour support plans for medical needs or behaviours of concern
- Administer medications as prescribed by the individuals' physicians or specialists
- Assist with any required individual personal care which include feeding, toileting, bathing, changing, grooming and dressing
- Provide any required physical or mechanical lifts and transfers
- Establish and maintain a positive professional working relationship with client guardians and other client supports where applicable
- Adhere to all cleaning protocols, ensure facility and environments are clean, hygienic and organized; Ensure household laundry is completed
- Complete meal preparation for individuals and ensure meals meet individual care expectations and nutritional guidelines
- Provide person-centred, high-quality support to individuals with complex needs, including significant medical, behavioural, physical, or mental health challenges, in order to promote independence, dignity, and quality of life.
Agency
- Understand and adhere to CASS Policies & Procedures and program specific expectations as defined in program Operations Manuals
- Responsible for checking email communications at the beginning of every shift
- Complete client and agency specific paperwork in a timely fashion. This includes, but is not limited to, the submission of:
- Dayforce timesheets
- Monthly expenses
- Client Monthly Summaries
- Hazard Reports
- Staff Incident & Near Miss Reports
- Client Incident Reports
- Medical Review Reports
- Monthly Safety Checklist
- Behaviour tracking
- Shift notes
- Communication book notes
- Fire drills
- Other paperwork as required
- Adhere to Health & Safety policies in accordance to CASS policy & procedures and Alberta OHS legislation
- Maintain valid certification in all core training/employment requirements, and any additional training as assigned based on client support needs
Culture
- Model and demonstrate CASS values in all interactions with clients, staff, and community members
- Demonstrate respect and collaboration with all internal and external stakeholders of the CASS organization
- Demonstrate an ability and willingness to give and receive honest, balanced feedback
Training Requirements & Development
Key Knowledge and Skill Sets
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Strong verbal and written communications
- Ability to approach situations with positivity
- Ability to adapt communication styles
- Display patience
- Knowledge in supporting adults with developmental disabilities preferred
Required Education
- Diploma or equivalent experience in Disability Studies
Other Required Skills
- A vehicle and valid driver's license are considered assets
This position falls under the Caregivers Act. For full details please visit the site below:
Caregivers – Employment standards exceptions |
Referral Program
If you have been referred by an existing CASS staff member, please indicate who referred you in your cover letter so that they can be rewarded through our referral program
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
No phone calls please.
