Community Support Worker

Why choose just one reason when a job can offer it all—flexibility, purpose, and fun? At DDA, your work truly makes a difference. DDA’s Day Programs deliver engaging, supportive, and meaningful experiences for adults of all ages and abilities. Our inclusive, community-based programs empower participants to pursue their personal goals by building independence, forming genuine connections, and enhancing quality of life through hands-on social, recreational, and vocational activities. The Developmental Disabilities Association is looking for passionate Community Support Workers (CSWs) who are ready to inspire and empower others. CSWs play an essential role in helping participants build vital life skills—social, emotional, physical, vocational, recreational, and daily living—while supporting them to thrive through meaningful onsite and community-based opportunities.

Responsibilities

Assist adult clients with social, emotional, physical, vocational, recreational and daily life skill development; Support clients to achieve their greatest degree of independence in environments of their choice through participation in onsite and community opportunities; Contribute to a welcoming, inclusive, and engaging program environment; Work alongside team members to support participants with activities of daily living; Participate in the implementation and monitoring of individualized goal plans; Lead engaging, person-centered programs tailored to diverse abilities; Provide services through on-site, community and outreach-based activities

Requirements

Degree or Diploma in areas directly related to Social Services, Human Services, Therapeutic Recreation, or Education; 1-2 years of experience working with people with developmental disabilities in vocational & community settings; Demonstrated ability to successfully implement instructional and proactive training programs for clients; Must be able to perform lifts and transfers of 40lbs and be willing to go in chlorinated swimming pools; Criminal Record Clearance; Medical Clearance; Satisfactory Driver's Abstract; Class 5 Driver's License and use of vehicle; Willing to obtain an Unrestricted Class 4 Driver's License during probationary period; Valid First Aid/CPR; Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification; Demonstrated competency in English written and verbal communication; Basic computer literacy; Eligible to work in Canada; Requires physical strength, good balance, mobility, and endurance for recreational activities; Position involves assisting clients with personal care needs

Nice to have

Experience with principles of positive behavior management is preferred.

Benefits

Fully employer-paid, comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan; Employee and Family Assistance Plan; Municipal Pension Plan; Educational and training opportunities; Comprehensive on-the-job training; Opportunities for professional development; Active engagement within the community; Respectful and inclusive work environment; Training provided for Client personal care & Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification