Disability Community Support Worker – Able to Communicate in Persian

Disability Community Support Worker (Casual) – Able to Communicate in Persian & English

Employer: Independent Counselling Enterprises (I.C.E.)

Location: Edmonton, Alberta (preferably South or willing to work in South)

Job Type: Casual

Hours: 18 hours per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, approx. 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

Additional: Opportunity to take casual relief shifts as available

About Independent Counselling Enterprises (I.C.E.)

Since 1986, I.C.E. has supported adults with developmental disabilities across Alberta. We provide compassionate, person-centered care that promotes independence, dignity, inclusion, and quality of life. Our team empowers individuals to achieve their goals through respect, teamwork, and meaningful community connections.

This role involves supporting an individual with a visual impairment and requires comfortable communication in Persian and English.

Position Summary

The Disability Community Support Worker provides direct care and individualized support to adults with disabilities in both home and community settings.

This role focuses on independence, well-being, safety, and active participation through respectful, person-centered care.

This role involves supporting an individual with a visual impairment and requires comfortable communication in Persian and English.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal assistance with daily living (hygiene, dressing, grooming, meal preparation)
• Administer or remind clients about medications according to care plans
• Offer companionship, emotional support, and encouragement
• Assist with mobility, transfers, and lifting to ensure safety and comfort
• Support community participation, social outings, and recreational activities
• Observe, document, and report changes in health, behavior, or needs
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment (including light housekeeping)
• Complete accurate documentation of daily care, progress, and incidents
• Collaborate with team members, families, and supervisors to ensure high-quality care

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience in disability support, community care, or home support (preferred)
• Knowledge of person-centered care and respectful support practices
• Comfortable assisting with mobility, lifting, personal care, and supporting individuals with visual impairments
• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
• Reliable, patient, and compassionate approach to care
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Police Check (within the last 6 months)
• Valid First Aid & CPR Certification (Basic or Standard)
• Legally eligible to work in Canada
• Willingness to work flexible hours (18 hours/week, Tuesday–Thursday, approx. 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM) and additional casual relief shifts as available
• Ability to communicate with the client in Persian and English – REQUIRED
• Preference for candidates who live in South Edmonton or are willing to work there

Why Join I.C.E.?

• Make a real, meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities
• Be part of a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team
• Access training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities
• Enjoy a flexible schedule that supports work-life balance

How to Apply

Please submit your résumé to Sandhya at:

If you already have a Vulnerable Sector Police Check, or a receipt/invoice showing it has been requested, please include it with your application.

Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Pay: $15.50-$21.89 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 18 per week

Application question(s):

• Are you legally eligible to work in Canada ? Will you be able to provide ( study/Work permit if applicable )
• Do you have a Clear Vulnerable Sector Police Check within the last 6 months, or are you willing to obtain one? If you already have one, please submit it along with your application.
• Are you available to work Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM?
• Are you able to work in South Edmonton or commute there regularly?

Language:

• Persian (required)

Work Location: In person