8 Social Services jobs in Edmonton

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Job Description

Salary: $18.75 - $2.79 per hour

Are you craving the chance to make a meaningful and lasting impact?CarePros is growing, and our new Community Support Program could be the one you have been waiting for!

We are looking for Community Support Workers (CSWs) to walk alongside adults with complex and diverse developmental disabilities in a supportive home setting. By assisting with daily routines, you will foster independence and strengthen essential life skills. Using a trauma-informed and strength-based approach, you will build trusting relationships, support meaningful choices, and promote self-determination. This is an opportunity to foster your passion for advocacy while working alongside individuals as they engage with their community and work towards personal goals. Through intentional support and steadfast commitment, you will create opportunities to live with fufillment, dignity, and purpose, while enhancing overall quality of life. If you are eager to build authentic connections, uphold healthy boundaries, and be a steady, supportive presence through challenges and celebrations, this is for you!

Available Schedules

• Day (7:30am - 3:30pm) 6 days on, 3 days off
• Evening (3:00pm - 11:00pm) 6 days on, 3 days off
• Overnight Awake (10:30pm - 8:00am) 6 days on, 3 days off
• Temporary Casual (minimum three shifts per month claimed on a first come, first serve basis)

Before You Apply

• This is more than another job on your calendar; it's a meaningful career built on trust, compassion, and purpose.
• An individual's sense of safety, joy, and belonging depends on your commitment to consistently showing up with presence and care.
  

Why Your Role Matters

Our goal is to deliver excellence in service for individuals we support while building a team equipped with the knowledge, confidence, and compassion to truly make a difference.

You will hone opportunities for skill-building, empowerment, and meaningful progress. Using your intentional, person-centred practice rooted in safety, dignity, and respect, you will help individuals make purposeful choices.

This work will challenge your patience, stretch your creativity, and demand your accountability! It is your opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact in the lives of those who rely on your support.

What Your Success Looks Like

• The people you support feel safe, valued, and genuinely cared for thanks to the trust and consistency you bring to their lives.
• You respond to challenges with patience, empathy, and stability, helping individuals to navigate complex situations while preserving their dignity and autonomy.
• You see growth unfold as individuals develop new skills, form meaningful relationships, and participate more fully in their communities.
• Your support enhances quality of life and fosters inclusion, safety, well-being, independence, and a strong sense of belonging.

Your Day to Day

• Support individuals in achieving Individual Support Plan (ISP) goals
• Hand-over-hand coach, role model, teach, and encourage the development of healthy daily routines, building independence and participating in activities that enhance quality of life
• Empower individuals to build and strengthen essential life skills in their home, such as meal planning/preparation, personal care, and household management, while promoting independence and confidence
• Support community inclusion by accompanying individuals to appointments, recreation, cultural events, and meaningful community activities
• Foster growth in communication, problem-solving, and social connection using adaptive, strength-based approaches that honour and respond to everyone's communication style/abilities
• Collaborate with Program Supervisors and team members to follow individualized care plans, BSPS, risk assessments, and program materials while adapting support as needs evolve
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of daily activities, progress, observations, and outcomes
  
• Contribute to a safe, stable, and supportive home environment by assisting with daily tasks while fostering a sense of home and belonging

What You Bring to The Table

• Direct experience working with persons with developmental disabilities in home-based or community support settings
• Diploma or Degree in Disability Studies, Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Community Rehabilitation, or related field (asset)
  
• Knowledge of disability support, Alberta Council of Disability Services (ACDS) standards, and Community Disability Services (CDS) sector guidelines
• Experience supporting individuals with complex needs and autism
• Understanding and practice of person-centred, strengths-based care
• Unmatched verbal and written communication skills
• Superb technology and documentation skills

Compliance Regulated Requirements

• Active Alberta Class 5 Driver's License
• Clear Alberta 10-year Driver's Abstract (10 years driving experience not required)
• Current Standard/Intermediate First Aid with CPR Level C (Canadian Provider in person or blended)
• 2 Million Alberta Auto Insurance Liability coverage
• Clear Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check obtained in last 5 months
• Clear Intervention Record Check obtained in last 5 months

Regulated Physical Requirements

• Walk and stand for extended periods, including long distances
• Bend, kneel, crouch, and maintain balance
• Work in varied environments, including outdoor and seasonal conditions
• Lift, push, or pull up to 10 lbs occasionally; reach overhead and outward
• Perform fine motor tasks (typing, grasping, holding) and repetitive movements
• Communicate verbally and maintain physical stamina for short and long durations

CarePros Offers You

• Group RRSP matching after 1 year of active full-time employment
• Employee and Family Assistance Program and Health, Dental, and Vision benefits for full-time
• Structured rotation for built-in balance and recharge time
  
• Career opportunities in a growing, award-winning agency
• Innovative technology to assist in providing daily care
  
• Cornell University TCI Training (Therapeutic Crisis Intervention)
• Ongoing training and professional development
  • A collaborative and diverse organization supporting you, so you never feel alone!

We thank all applicants for applying; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Job Description

Salary: $55,000 - $8,000 per year

Ready to take your career to the next level AND make a meaningful and lasting impact? CarePros is growing, and our new Community Support Program could be the step you have been waiting for!

We are looking for a Program Supervisor to oversee our Community Support Program in Edmonton, Alberta, to mentor Community Support Workers (CSWs) in delivering person-centred, strengths-based support. In this hands-on leadership role you will work directly with adults with developmental disabilities, complex mental health needs, addictions, and diverse behavoural profiles. By fostering a sense of belonging in both home and community settings, you will support individuals to live with dignity, independence, and purpose.

Leading by example, you will actively support individuals, build trusting relationships, and set a gold standard of high quality care for your CSWs. Your mentorship will empower team members to promote skill development, enhance social/personal growth, and create opportunities for meaningful community involvement. Through individualized coaching and purposeful routines, you and your team will encourage inclusion, support engagement, and help individuals become active members of their communities. Your work is grounded in harm reduction, strengths-based practice, and respect for everyone's unique abilities, communication styles, and goals.

Schedule

• Day (7:30am - 3:30pm) 6 days on, 3 days off

Before You Apply

• This is more than another job on your calendar; it's a meaningful career built on trust, compassion, and purpose.
• An individual's sense of safety, joy, and belonging depends on your commitment to consistently showing up with presence and care.
  

Why Your Role Matters

Our goal is to deliver excellence in service for individuals we support while building a team equipped with the knowledge, confidence, and compassion to truly make a difference.

You will hone opportunities for skill-building, empowerment, and meaningful progress. Using your intentional, person-centred practice rooted in safety, dignity, and respect, you will help individuals make purposeful choices.

This work will challenge your patience, stretch your creativity, and demand your accountability! It is your opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact in the lives of those who rely on your support.

What Your Success Looks Like

• Your team knows they can go to you with any question or concern
• Your CSWs move up in their careers thanks to your impactful mentorship and leadership
• The people you support feel safe, valued, and genuinely cared for thanks to the trust and consistency you bring to their lives.
  
• You see growth unfold as individuals develop new skills, form meaningful relationships, and participate more fully in their communities.
  

Your Day to Day

• Manage and support CSWs to ensure high quality service delivery
• Coordinate work allocation and delegate tasks to ensure fluidity of program maintenance
• Assign/coordinate referrals to ensure clients are connected with appropriate services, supports, and community resources
• Manage team scheduling processes and time-off requests
• Collaborate with your Program Manager to identify and address CSW training needs
• Ensure program operations and team members comply with organizational policies, procedures, values, and best practices for supporting individuals
• Recommend program developments to your Senior Program Supervisor and Management in addition to participating in program evaluation
  
• Run periodic team meetings to support communication, consistency, and collaboration
• Effectively advocate for individuals receiving services
• Represent CarePros in the community and when interacting with government agencies, families/caregivers, and funding bodies
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with community partners, agencies, and organizations to enhance program quality and outcomes
• Ensure required inspections are completed with follow-up action so your program aheres to standards and procedures
• Ensure daily services align with contracts, policies, and legislation
• Work directly with persons served, their families, and care teams
• Liaise with funders and community partners to support service delivery
• Work with your Facilities team to ensure program facilities/equipment meet operational requirements

What You Bring to The Table

• Diploma or Degree in Disability Studies, Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Community Rehabilitation, or related field (required)
• 3+ years verifiable experience working with persons with developmental disabilities in home-based or community support settings (required)
• 2+ years of proven supervisory experience in front-line care
• 2+ years of direct experience working with PDD and complex behaviour profiles
  
• In-depth knowledge of harm reduction practice, disability support, CARF ECS, Alberta Council of Disability Services (ACDS) standards, and Community Disability Services (CDS) sector guidelines
• Hands-on experience supporting individuals with complex needs
• Unmatched verbal and written communication skills
• Superb technology and documentation skills

Compliance Regulated Requirements

• Active Alberta Class 5 Driver's License
• Clear Alberta 10-year Driver's Abstract (10 years driving experience not required)
• Current Standard/Intermediate First Aid with CPR Level C (Canadian Provider in person or blended)
• 2 Million Alberta Auto Insurance Liability coverage
• Clear Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check obtained in last 5 months
• Clear Intervention Record Check obtained in last 5 months

Regulated Physical Requirements

• Walk and stand for extended periods, including long distances
• Bend, kneel, crouch, and maintain balance
• Work in varied environments, including outdoor and seasonal conditions
• Lift, push, or pull up to 10 lbs occasionally; reach overhead and outward
• Perform fine motor tasks (typing, grasping, holding) and repetitive movements
• Communicate verbally and maintain physical stamina for short and long durations

CarePros Offers You

• Group RRSP matching after 1 year of active employment
• Employee and Family Assistance Program and Health, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Structured rotation for built-in balance and recharge time
  
• Career opportunities in a growing, award-winning agency
• Innovative technology to assist in providing daily care
  
• Cornell University TCI Training (Therapeutic Crisis Intervention)
• Ongoing training and professional development
  • A collaborative and diverse organization supporting you, so you never feel alone!

We thank all applicants for applying; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

#hp

Job Description

Salary:

Support Team Lead
Lakeview Recovery Community

*This position is onsite in Gunn, AB. 45 minutes NW of Edmonton

At Lakeview Recovery Community, we are committed to ensuring equity of access to people from
across the province who seek assistance in addiction recovery. We welcome men over the age of
18, of all ethnicities, sexual orientations and we seek to provide an inclusive environment. Our staff
are culturally aware and sensitive to diverse needs. We work to ensure all clients feel safe and
secure in their new environment and that they soon feel at home.

Located in Gunn, Alberta, Lakeview Recovery Community supports men living with addiction on
their journey to a sustainable recovery. We deliver a full continuum of addiction recovery support in
a community environment, focusing on healing and personal growth. Our goal is that individuals
leave Lakeview with the life skills, tools, and resources to maintain long-term wellness and sustain
recovery and having nurtured healthy relationships with friends and family.

Reporting to the Manager of Operations, the Support Team Lead will oversee our team of Support
Care Workers at Lakeview Recovery Community. The Support Team Lead will ensure the delivery of
high-quality care and support services to individuals recovering from addiction. Their leadership
will foster a collaborative and supportive environment, guiding their team in offering empathetic,
effective care and promoting the well-being of our clients.

Role-specific Accountabilities

• Provide leadership, supervision, and support to Support Care Workers, including training,
  performance evaluation, and professional development opportunities.
  
• Monitor and ensure the quality of care provided to clients, adhering to best practices in
  addiction recovery and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
  
• Ensure program compliance with the Recovery Communities Provincial Manual. Ensuring
  adherence to the Therapeutic Community Model.
  
• Work closely with the Clinical and Medical team to coordinate comprehensive recovery
  plans and risk management plans for clients, addressing both their physical and emotional
  recovery needs.
  
• Assist with the implementation of individualized support services, ensuring that client care
  is compassionate, person-centered, and tailored to the unique needs of each individual.
• Lead and support staff in managing crisis situations, providing guidance and intervention
  strategies to ensure the safety and well-being of both clients and staff.
  
• Collaborate in the development, evaluation, and refinement of recovery programs and
  services, incorporating feedback from clients and staff to enhance program effectiveness.
  
• Promote a positive community environment within the recovery community, encouraging
  mutual support, participation in group activities, and the cultivation of a strong support
  network among clients.
  
• Manage administrative tasks related to team management, including scheduling, staff
  assignments, and coordination of resources to meet client needs effectively.
  
• Work collaboratively with the clients and their families on reunification and relationship
  building.
  
• Evening and weekend shifts will be required on a rotating basis.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in psychology, social work, nursing, or a related field is preferred.
  
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in an addiction recovery setting, with at least 5 years in a
  leadership or supervisory role.
  
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire
  and motivate staff.
  
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and multidisciplinary teams.
  
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
  
• Commitment to providing high-quality, empathetic care to individuals in recovery.
  
• Proven experience in crisis de-escalation and management.

Conditions of Employment

• Successfully complete and pass a Vulnerable Persons Criminal Record Check prior to
  initiating employment and annually thereafter.

This is a fulltime position based on-site in Gunn, AB. Please send your cover letter and resume by applying to this posting. Thank youfor your interest in working with Lakeview Recovery Community only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Description

Salary:

Support Care Worker

Lakeview Recovery Community - Gunn, AB

*This position is onsite in Gunn, AB. 45 minutes NW of Edmonton 24/7/365 Shift Pattern

At Lakeview Recovery Community, we are committed to ensuring equity of access to people from across the province who seek assistance in addiction recovery. We welcome men over the age of 18, of all ethnicities, sexual orientations and we seek to provide an inclusive environment. Our staff are culturally aware and sensitive to diverse needs. We work to ensure all client feel safe and secure in their new environment and that they soon feel at home.
Located in Gunn, Alberta, the Lakeview Recovery Community supports men living with addiction on their journey to a sustainable recovery. We deliver a full continuum of addiction recovery support in a community environment, focusing on healing and personal growth. Our goal is that individuals leave Lakeview with the life skills, tools, and resources to maintain long-term wellness and sustain recovery and having nurtured healthy relationships with friends and family.
Reporting to the Support Care Team Lead, the Support Care Worker will assist in the delivery of personalized recovery programs, offer emotional support, and help clients engage with the community and treatment processes. This position is ideal for empathetic, resilient individuals passionate about making a tangible difference in the lives of those recovering from addiction and those willing to help wherever is needed around the Recovery Community.

Role-specific Accountabilities

• Provide ongoing support, encouragement, and care to clients, assisting them in daily activities and supporting their recovery goals.
• Encourage and assist clients in participating in various program activities, including therapy sessions, group meetings, work-as-therapy, and recreational activities.
• Facilitate a range of group and individual activities which are responsive to the recovery needs of clients and the community.
• Support the delivery of the Therapeutic Community program.
• Monitor the well-being of clients and report any concerns or progress to the Support Care Team Lead, contributing to the adjustment of recovery plans and risk management plans as needed.
• Assist in managing crisis situations under the guidance of clinical staff, ensuring the safety and security of all clients and staff.
• Foster a positive, supportive community environment among clients, encouraging mutual respect, understanding, and support.
• Perform administrative tasks as needed, including but not limited to, documenting client progress, attending team meetings, and maintaining client records.
• Provide clients with information and guidance on healthy lifestyles, coping strategies, and life skills, contributing to their holistic recovery process.
• Work collaboratively with the clients and their families on reunification and relationship building.
• Shifts are available 24/7/365.

Qualifications

• Degree or certification in psychology, social work, nursing, or related field preferred.
• Experience in a caregiving role, preferably within mental health, addiction recovery, or a related healthcare setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive situations with compassion and confidentiality.
• CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Successfully complete and pass a Vulnerable Persons Criminal Record Check prior to initiating employment and annually thereafter.

Conditions of Employment

Successfully complete and pass a Vulnerable Persons Criminal Record Check prior to initiating employment and annually thereafter.

If youre ready to drive impactful change within a mission-driven organization focused on addiction recovery and social health, this role offers a unique and fulfilling opportunity.

This is a full-time position based in Gunn, Alberta. Please send your cover letter and resume by replying to this position. Thank you for your interest in working with ROSC Solutions Group, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.