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) temporary part-time position which contract will end on August 31, 2026 and located in the South quadrant of Calgary.
- Working days will be on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 09:00-15:00, totaling 19.5 hours per week.
- A vehicle is required for this position.
- This posting closes on July 01, 2026.
- Program Summary The Calgary Alternative Day Options (CADO) program is a community-based day program serving adults with disabilities.
- The program occurs in inclusive settings which allow natural interaction with a variety of people.
- Clients can choose to do one or more of the following: self employment, volunteering, recreation & leisure.
- For each of these options, clients are supported to set goals, develop new skills, and create natural supports within the community.
- Job Summary The Community Support Worker (CSW) is an essential role to the service Calgary Alternative Support Services Inc. (CASS) provides to clients.
- 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).
- Key Responsibilities 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 to live independently or increase independence in the community.
- This may include daily living skills, community inclusion, recreation and leisure activities; and management of health-related matters as directed by the client coordinator Establish and maintain a positive professional working relationship with client guardians and other client supports where applicable 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.
