Community Support Worker
- Kenora, ON, Canada
$61,216 - $65,645 a year · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- $61,216 - $65,645 a year
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
“I get by with a little help from my friends"... Not just a great song lyric, it’s the way we do our work. Join us and live it too.
Why KACL?
Since 1960, KACL has promoted inclusion and social justice in our community. We are a not-for-profit, charitable organization made up of some of the most compassionate, caring, and hardworking people you’ll ever meet.
As one of the largest employers in Kenora, our goal is to be the employer of choice by focusing on safety, courtesy, teamwork, and inclusion.
As a Community Support Worker, you will walk alongside people to have the dignity and respect that is associated with living a rich, interdependent life. You will be part of a team whose gift is building relationships by being non-judgmental, having a sense of humor, rocking a work ethic, and celebrating when people experience independence and happiness.
\nYou Are:- Passionate About People: You build positive relationships and enhance the lives of others by helping them to learn skills in life and achieve their goals.
- Resilient: You thrive in change, know the importance of self-care and prioritize healthy practices for all.
- Team Driven: You get that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. You gel well with others and get fired up when working collaboratively.
- Creative: You see opportunities in every situation and are not afraid to try a different approach.
- Compassionate: You know that a kind, careful, and collaborative approach is the best way to help people.
- Be part of a person directed team that provides supports and service that honour each person’s unique values, needs and preferences.
- Be a part of a team that focuses on relationships to support the success of others.
- Support people to share their gifts, live their dream and find their place in community.
- Help people learn skills, build confidence, and live as independently as possible.
- Being a part of a progressive organization that makes a real difference in our community.
- A positive, fun, professional team that needs and values your gifts and talents.
- Generous vacation & personal leave time, employer paid benefits, and pension plan.
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth, and exploration of your gifts.
$61,216 - $65,645 a year
\nVacancies: We are looking to fill one (1) full-time position.
Deadline: Applications must be submitted by Sunday, November 22, 2026.
This is an on-site position based in Kenora, Ontario. Nestled on the shores of the stunning Lake of the Woods in Northwestern Ontario, Kenora offers the charm of a close-knit community combined with exceptional outdoor recreation. Located near the Ontario–Manitoba border, Kenora is approximately a two-hour drive east of Winnipeg, Manitoba.
KACL is committed to employment equity and diversity and welcomes qualified applicants from the full range of identities, backgrounds, and experiences. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process.
More about this job
Responsibilities
You will provide person-directed support to help individuals achieve their goals and live independently. You will work collaboratively within a team to build positive relationships and foster an inclusive community environment.
Requirements
The ideal candidate is a compassionate and resilient individual who thrives in a collaborative team setting. You must be passionate about helping others and capable of building meaningful, non-judgmental relationships.
Skills
- Relationship building
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Problem solving
- Creativity
- Compassion
- Resilience
- Self-care
- Teamwork
- Inclusion
- Social justice
- Skill development
- Person-directed support
Benefits
- Generous vacation
- Personal leave time
- Employer paid benefits
- Pension plan
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Social Services
- Healthcare
Keywords
- Community Support
- Inclusion
- Social Justice
- Not-for-profit
- Person-directed
- Relationship building
- Independence
- Collaboration
- Resilience
- Compassion
- Skill development
- Employment equity
- Diversity
- Kenora
- Ontario