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Coordinator Baby/Petit Club
Club Med
Montréal, QC
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Care Companion - Casual
Optima Living
Slave Lake, AB
In collaboration with the Recreation Manager, assists residents with participation in preferred social and recreational activities and provides one-on-one recreation as needed.
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Recreation Assistant - Casual
Optima Living
Edmonton, AB
Reporting to the Recreation Manager, the Recreation Assistant assists in planning and implementing therapeutic programs to meet the social, cognitive, physical, emotional and spiritual…
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Health Care Aide - Part Time
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- Part-time
Completion of a Medication Administration internal course and exam upon hire and maintain annual recertification is required
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Lead Arena Service Worker
City of Burnaby
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…problems and provides feedback to staff. A Lead Arena Service Worker ensures the effective functioning of refrigeration and ice-making equipment; regularly inspects a variety of pumps,…
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Lead Arena Service Worker
City of Burnaby
BC
This position works in the Facilities Management – Recreation Facilities organizational unit. This is supervisory operational, technical and building maintenance work performed in a…
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Lead Arena Service Worker
City of Burnaby
BC
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Referee Positions (Excluded)
City of Vernon
Canada
Applicants must have the ability to follow game play rules and instructions · Referee I's must have experience participating in sports and understand game rules and regulations
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Fitness Leaders (Excluded)
City of Vernon
Canada
Incumbents must have flexible schedules, including weekdays, evenings, and weekends · Successful candidates must have the ability to plan, lead and provide high quality fitness programs for a variety ages and abilities
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Community Support Worker - Penticton
John Howard Society of Okanagan & Kootenay
Penticton, BC
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Personal Support Worker
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Campbellford, ON
…meaningful difference in residents’ lives. As a Personal Support Worker, you’ll form a deep understanding of your residents and their living experience. You will build relationships with…
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Personal Support Worker Permanent Part Time Evenings
Sienna Senior Living
Orillia, ON
- Part-time
Personal Support Worker - Permanent Part Time Evenings
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ACTIVITY WORKER II
Northern Health Authority
Prince Rupert, BC
…the general supervision of Manager or designate, the Activity Worker is a member of the multidisciplinary team within a client and family centered model of care and is responsible for…
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Window and Exterior Cleaner
MEN IN KILTS Orillia
Orillia, ON
- $20 CAD / hour
If you consider yourself a hard worker, a team player, and like to work outside, then this is the job for you!
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Recreation Aide - Casual
Sienna Senior Living
Surrey, BC
- $31.64 CAD / hour
…become a vital part of our resident-centered community. As a Recreation Aide, you'll have the opportunity to bring joy and fulfillment to the lives of residents every day. Your role will…
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Recreation Therapy Worker | Bus Driver
Interior Health Authority
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This position works Monday to Friday day shifts from 08:45 to 15:27 · Valid class 4 vehicle license required.
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Occupational Therapist | Primary Care
Interior Health Authority
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Three days per week are based in Williams Lake and one day per week is based in 100 Mile House
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Interior Health is seeking an Environmental Service Worker to join our Support Services team at Golden & District Hospital in Golden, BC. If you are a reliable, flexible and motivated…
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Environmental Service Worker | Cleaner
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…addition to working alongside the Mental Health Connections Worker and Gateway Crisis Stabilization Program. This position will work out of Cariboo Memorial Hospital with the Mental Health…
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Labour Worker
Gold's Gym - British Columbia
Port Coquitlam, BC
- $18 to $22 CAD / hour
Gold’s Gym British Columbia is hiring a labour worker, with potential to grow! Are you hard working, a good team player, with a passion for fitness? We would love to hear from you!
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Labour Worker
Gold's Gym - British Columbia
Langley, BC
- $18 to $22 CAD / hour
Gold’s Gym British Columbia is hiring a labour worker, with potential to grow! Are you hard working, a good team player, with a passion for fitness? We would love to hear from you!

Canucks Autism Network

Support Worker - Nanaimo

Nanaimo, BC, Canada

Wage: $21/hour + 10% in lieu of benefits ($23.10/hr) · Full-time

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Pay: Wage: $21/hour + 10% in lieu of benefits ($23.10/hr)
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Dec 13, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 13, 2026

Original job description

Wage: $21/hour + 10% in lieu of benefits ($23.10/hr)

Schedule & Hours: Various hours and schedule

Locations: Please note that this position is located in various areas in the Nanaimo

The Canucks Autism Network is looking to welcome some new Support Workers to the team for this upcoming Winter 2027 Season!

Multisport @ Randerson Ridge Elementary School: Tuesdays, January 19 - February 23, 4:45 - 6:45 pm
Skate @ Cliff McNabb Arena: Fridays, January 15 - February 27, 4:00 - 5:15 pm
Swim @ Beban Pool Park: Sundays, January 10 - March 7, 4:15 - 7:00 pm
Program opportunities are available year-round, and we recruit for each season closer to the start of the program. Specific program details will be provided during the recruitment process.

Canucks Autism Network (CAN) is a charitable organization dedicated to building inclusive communities where individuals on the autism spectrum can thrive. Our vision is for every Autistic individual to be understood, accepted and supported in all community spaces. We engage a workforce of over 200 volunteers and 450 frontline staff to deliver programs for children, youth, and adults on the spectrum in communities across British Columbia. In total, there are over 20,100 Autistic individuals and family members accessing CAN programs in our registration system.

We provide programs and services for Autistic individuals aged 3-18+ across a variety of community settings and locations throughout BC, with opportunities to have fun, connect with others, and develop new skills. Core programs include Multisport, Swim, and Skate. Special opportunity programs range by location and include Gymnastics, Hockey, and Music and Dance. Support Workers may sign up for one or for multiple programs during the season, we just ask that commit to all sessions within a season.

Role Overview:

Support Workers play a key role in supporting autistic children to participate meaningfully in CAN programs. Depending on the program, this may involve providing 1:1 or 1:2 support or supporting the group as a whole alongside Onsite Supervisors, Coaches, other Support Workers, and Volunteers.

In all settings, Support Workers contribute to creating safe, inclusive, and engaging environments where participants feel understood, respected, valued, supported, and able to participate in ways that work for them.

Support Workers recognize that each Autistic individual has unique strengths, preferences, and support needs. Support is guided by participant autonomy, dignity, and choice, and is adapted based on individual and group needs. All support workers receive training, mentorship, and ongoing support from Onsite Supervisors and program staff.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities may vary depending on program format and participant needs. Support Workers contribute to the overall success of programs by supporting participants, facilitating engagement, and collaborating with the team.

Participant Support:

Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment
Adapt activities so all participants can meaningfully engage
Support individual goals and development (skills, independence, communication)
Demonstrate awareness of individual participant needs (physical, cognitive, emotional)
Help participants build confidence, success, and belonging
Support the health, safety, and overall well-being of participants by maintaining a safe and hygienic environment under the guidance of the Onsite Supervisor including assisting with participant toileting and personal care needs in a respectful and dignified manner

Team Collaboration:

Maintain a positive, patience, and respectful demeanor
Work effectively with staff, including following direction from coaches and supervisors
Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in changing situations
Contribute to a supportive, solution-focused team environment
Demonstrate willingness to collaborate, communicate, and support other team members

Professional Conduct:

Consistently follows policies, procedures, and safety standards
Complete required training and documentation accurately and timely
Use CAN resources and visuals appropriately
Clearly and professionally communicate logistics, updates, and concerns with families and staff

Sustainable Work Practices and Wellbeing:

Engage in self-reflective practices and open communication with supervisors to support personal wellbeing, maintain a healthy boundaries and contribute to a sustainable and supportive work environment.

Job Requirements

Must be 16 years of age or older
Ability to obtain a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
Availability to work evenings and weekends (as required by programming)
If you are applying for a skate program: you must be able to skate forwards, backwards, stop with ease and be able to physically support beginner participant on the ice.
If you are applying for a swim program: you must be able to physically support a beginner swimmer in the water at depths up to 6ft

Knowledge, Assets, And Skills

Understanding of autism, neurodiversity, and the strengths and barriers experienced by autistic youth and adults
Some experience supporting Autistic individuals and/or other diverse needs or relevant autism experience and knowledge.
Lived experience of autism (self-identifying as autistic) or meaningful personal or community connections to autism is considered an asset
Experience or familiarity with strategies to support engagement, communication, and participation in group settings
Understanding diverse communication styles and the ability to adapt support accordingly is considered an asset
Relevant post-secondary education, certifications (e.g., First Aid, mental health training, crisis support), or related experience is considered an asset
Strong interpersonal, communication skills (verbal and written) and active listening skills
Interest or experience in recreational, wellness, employment, or community-based programming
Reliable, punctual, and committed to consistent program participation

Approach

Committed to treating Autistic children with dignity, respect, and understanding in all interactions
Works in alignment with CAN’s neurodiversity-affirming and trauma-informed practices, prioritizing safety, choice and trust.
Collaborative, flexible, and supportive team member
Patient, enthusiastic, and responsive to participant needs
Open to feedback and commitment to ongoing learning, reflection and growth.

We value diversity in the workplace. We welcome applicants from all qualified candidates, including Indigenous peoples, individuals of all genders and sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, disability, age, and religion.

We thank all of those who apply but only those selected will be contacted for an interview.

Please note that all chosen candidates will need to successfully complete our online criminal record check to move forward in the hiring process. Additionally, successful candidates/new employees must complete all training and necessary paperwork prior to starting the program.

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Responsibilities

Support autistic children to participate meaningfully in multisport, skating, swimming, and other community programs by adapting activities and providing individualized or group support. Promote participant safety, dignity, autonomy, and inclusion while collaborating with supervisors, coaches, volunteers, and families.

Requirements

Applicants must be at least 16, be able to obtain criminal and vulnerable sector checks, and be available for evening and weekend programming. Skate and swim applicants must meet the stated skating or in-water support abilities; autism-related experience, communication skills, and relevant education or certifications are assets.

Skills

Autism Support
Participant Support
Inclusive Activity Adaptation
Communication
Active Listening
Team Collaboration
Flexibility
Patience
Safety Awareness
Personal Care
Documentation
Family Communication
Self-Reflection
Recreational Programming

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Keywords

Autism
Neurodiversity
Neurodiversity-Affirming Practices
Trauma-Informed Practices
Participant Autonomy
Inclusive Programming
Multisport
Swimming
Skating
Personal Care
First Aid
Mental Health Training
Crisis Support
Criminal Record Check
Vulnerable Sector Check
Communication
Active Listening
Team Collaboration
Participant Safety
Community-Based Programming

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