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Respite/Disability Worker - Community Specialist II (In-Home)
AdaptAbilities
AB · Edmonton, AB
- $23.44 to $24.62 CAD / hour
- Full-time
The Community Specialist II (CS II) will be reporting to the assigned Program Manager. The CS II is a highly experienced direct support role, typically relating to more complex and…
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Respite/Disability Worker - Community Specialist II (In-Home)
Alberta AdaptAbilities Association
Edmonton, AB
- $23.44 to $24.62 CAD / hour
- Full-time
The Community Specialist II (CS II) will be reporting to the assigned Program Manager. The CS II is a highly experienced direct support role, typically relating to more complex and…
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Respite/ Disability Worker - Community Specialist I
Alberta AdaptAbilities Association
Edmonton, AB · St. Albert, AB
- $19.4 to $20.39 CAD / hour
- Part-time
Respite/ Disability Worker - Community Specialist I (All Locations)
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Respite/ Disability Worker - Community Specialist I
Alberta AdaptAbilities Association
Edmonton, AB
- $19.4 to $22.5 CAD / hour
- Full-time
As a Community Specialist (CS) you would be an ally and ambassador, you will work front-line and are pivotal to the creation of a safe, caring and community-enriched life for the…
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Respite/ Disability Worker - Community Specialist I
AdaptAbilities
AB · Edmonton, AB
- $19.4 to $22.5 CAD / hour
- Full-time
As a Community Specialist (CS) you would be an ally and ambassador, you will work front-line and are pivotal to the creation of a safe, caring and community-enriched life for the…
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Community Specialist II (Hearts in Action Summer Camp)
AdaptAbilities
Edmonton, AB
- $22.86 to $24.62 CAD / hour
- Full-time
Respite/Disability Worker Community Specialist II - Hearts in Action Summer Camp (Edmonton)
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Respite/Disability Worker - Community Specialist II
Alberta AdaptAbilities Association
Edmonton, AB
- $22.86 to $24.02 CAD / hour
- Full-time
Respite/Disability Worker - Community Specialist II (In-Home)
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Respite/Disability Worker - Community Specialist I
AdaptAbilities
Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
Respite/Disability Worker - Community Specialist I (Orange Hub)
Added 3 months ago
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Respite/ Disability Worker - Community Specialist
AdaptAbilities
Edmonton, AB
- $19.4 to $23.44 CAD / hour
- Full-time
As a Community Specialist (CS) you would be an ally and ambassador, you will work front-line and are pivotal to the creation of a safe, caring and community-enriched life for the…
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Respite/ Disability Worker - Community Specialist II
AdaptAbilities
St. Albert, AB
- $22.31 to $23.44 CAD / hour
- Full-time
Medical administration certification is required
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Respite/Disability Worker - Community Specialist I
Alberta AdaptAbilities Association
Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
Respite/Disability Worker - Community Specialist I (Orange Hub)
Added 2 months ago
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Respite/Disability Worker - Community Specialist I (In-Home)
Alberta AdaptAbilities Association
Edmonton, AB
- $19.4 to $20.39 CAD / hour
- Part-time
The candidate must have access to a reliable vehicle during work hours
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Respite/Disability Worker - Community Specialist I (In-Home)
AdaptAbilities
Edmonton, AB
- $19.4 to $20.39 CAD / hour
- Part-time
The candidate must have access to a reliable vehicle during work hours

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AdaptAbilities

Respite/ Disability Worker - Community Specialist

Edmonton, AB, Canada

$19.4 to $23.44 CAD / hour · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: $19.4 to $23.44 CAD / hour
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 22, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Jul 20, 2026

Original job description

Respite/ Disability Worker - Community Specialist

Meet AdaptAbilities. We provide meaningful programs for children and youth with disabilities. We have been named a 2025 Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice (NEOC) Award recipient - one of just 18 organizations across Canada to receive this national honour.

Why Work with Us?

A career with AdaptAbilities gives you purpose and creates meaning in your everyday life
Our work will leave you with a feeling of job satisfaction and pride you won’t get at other jobs
It’s the feeling of making a difference in the lives of children and youth with disabilities
Help bridge the gap between possible and impossible
Enjoy a career with AdaptAbilities as you support individuals with disabilities to grow, succeed, and belong in their community

What We Offer:

We strive to be an employer of choice by creating a positive and collaborative team environment.

You can look forward to:

Meaningful Work
Competitive Pay over Non-Profit Industry Standards
Flexible shifts (If applicable)
Career path and growth opportunities
Culture of Appreciation and Employee Recognition
Robust Benefits Package including spending account, 24/7 mental health supports, DCPP, RRSP matching (applicable to those who qualify)

We also offer perks including support for professional development, corporate discount for City of Edmonton Recreation Passes, paid personal days, and programs that support a balanced lifestyle.

What You Offer:

Ideally, you have experience working with children, youth and young adults or vulnerable individuals in a health care setting. We seek employees who align with our core values, which are: open to growth, live our purpose, cultivate teamwork, demonstrate extraordinary effort and act with integrity.

The Position:

This is a full-time, permanent position based out of our Orange Hub Respite Centre (#400, 10045 156 St NW, Edmonton, AB, T5P 2P7) and will report to the Program Supervisor.

As a Community Specialist (CS) you would be an ally and ambassador, you will work front-line and are pivotal to the creation of a safe, caring and community-enriched life for the individuals/families who hire us. Thoughtful program planning and implementation supports participants to connect with their communities - establishing real relationships and creating meaningful days and lives. The conscientious CS will act with integrity, be open to growth, live our purpose, cultivate teamwork, and put forth an extraordinary effort to empower people with disabilities and their families to grow, succeed, and belong.

Key Functions

Provide enhanced direct care and purposeful support in an engaging, fun and safe environment
Foster genuine relationships promoting dignity, personal interests and identities
Empower people to create meaningful days and achieve their goals
Communicate effectively with their team members, which includes to individuals, families, and co-workers
Build a vision of inclusion, one person at a time
Model socially appropriate behaviors and assist/ encourage participants to make and maintain appropriate community connections
Support participants in all aspects of personal hygiene and personal care as required.
Maintain timely, accurate and professional documents in accordance with AdaptAbilities policies and procedures
Understand and comply with all emergency processes and risk management
Perform other job-related activities as required

Qualifications

Minimum education requirement of a High School Diploma and little or no work-related experience.
Alignment with AdaptAbilities core purpose and core values
Clear Police Information Check and Intervention Record Check are required upon hire
Intermediate First Aid Certification CPR Level C and AED is required upon hire
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Abuse Prevention and Response Protocol are an asset

Compensation $19.40 to $23.44/ hour depending on experience and education

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

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

AdaptAbilities is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.

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Responsibilities

Provide direct care and purposeful support to children and youth with disabilities in a safe and engaging environment. Implement program planning to help participants build meaningful community connections and achieve personal goals.

Requirements

Requires a minimum of a high school diploma and certifications in Intermediate First Aid, CPR Level C, and AED. Candidates must pass a Police Information Check and Intervention Record Check.

Skills

Direct care
Program planning
Crisis intervention
Personal hygiene support
Community integration
Interpersonal communication
Risk management
Documentation
Patient advocacy
Behavioral modeling

Benefits

Spending account
24/7 mental health supports
DCPP
RRSP matching
Professional development support
City of Edmonton Recreation Passes discount
Paid personal days

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Keywords

Respite Care
Disability Support
Non-profit
Intermediate First Aid
CPR Level C
AED
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
Abuse Prevention and Response Protocol
Community Specialist
Direct Care
Inclusion
Vulnerable Individuals

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