Live in South-Eastern Manitoba? Looking to grow your experience in the health-care and community support sector?
As Simaril expands throughout South-Eastern Manitoba, new part-time and full-time opportunities will become available.
Join our candidate pool today to be considered for future positions and be part of a growing team making a meaningful difference in your community, close to home.
About Us
Simaril is a Winnipeg-based non-profit organization that has supported people to build full, meaningful lives since 1987.
Our supports are tailored to each person’s goals, preferences, strengths, and level of support needed. We provide residential and community-based programs, including Residential Living, Supported Independent Living, Home Share, Respite, and Cluster services.
Across our programs, we focus on helping people build greater choice, independence, connection, and belonging in everyday life.
Our work is guided by three values: Respecting, Empowering, and Uniting.
Our Why
We believe a good life is shaped by the freedom to make choices, build relationships, feel connected, and belong.
Our role is to create the conditions that make that possible. We support people to build lives that reflect who they are, what matters to them, and how they want to live.
All of that purpose guides how we work, how we make decisions, and how we grow.
The Role
As a Direct Support Worker, no two days are the same. You’ll support individuals in their homes and communities by helping with daily living, building independence, pursuing personal goals, and participating in meaningful activities.
How you’ll make a difference
Building positive, professional relationships with individuals, families, and team members
Supporting daily living and personal care, including hygiene, dressing, toileting, and mobility
Administer medications according to established procedures
Build independence and life skills by encouraging choice, learning, and personal growth
Support community participation through appointments, recreational activities, social opportunities, and outings
Provide emotional support and companionship while fostering positive, respectful relationships
Support positive behaviours and respond to crisis situations using prevention, intervention, and de-escalation strategies
Prepare meals and support household routines, including grocery shopping, cooking, cleaning, and laundry
Maintain accurate documentation and reporting to support continuity and quality of support
What You Need to Be Successful
Proof of legal eligibility to work in Canada will be required as part of the recruitment and onboarding process
Post-secondary education in Community Support Work, Disability and Community Support, Social Services, Mental Health, or a related field is considered an asset
High School Diploma
Must be legally eligible to work in Canada with continuous status
1–2 years of experience supporting adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Tech Savy (Including Experience with Microsoft Office)
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Advocacy and problem-solving skills
Flexibility and adaptability
A valid Class 5 Driver's Licence
Reliable access to a personal vehicle
Extended background checks including the following:
Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
Adult Abuse Registry Check
Child Abuse Registry Check
Current First Aid and CPR Certification
What Success Looks Like
You will help each person feel safe, respected, and included while supporting them to build independence, make meaningful choices, and take part in community life. It involves providing person-centred support that reflects each individual’s goals, strengths, and needs.
Experience & Training We Value
Preference may be given to candidates with experience or training in:
Mental Health, Addictions & Trauma-Informed Care
Autism, FASD & Co-Occurring Disabilities
Behavioural Support & Crisis Intervention (NVCI)
Personal Care, Mobility & Lifts/Transfers
Community Inclusion & Justice-Involved Populations
Mental Health First Aid & ASL
Communication Strategies for Non-Verbal Individuals
What We Offer
As we provide 24/7 support, a variety of part time and full-time shifts are available.
The opportunity to shape and strengthen Simaril’s Community
Pension plan
Paid time off
Comprehensive Benefits package is available for Full-Time employees
Work Location
South-Eastern Manitoba
Applicants should be comfortable commuting to communities located southeast of Winnipeg. Specific work locations will be discussed with shortlisted candidates during the recruitment process.
Join Simaril
If you are passionate about supporting others and want to be part of an organization that is growing and expanding its impact across Manitoba, we encourage you to apply.
Please submit a cover letter and resume outlining your experience, qualifications, and interest in future opportunities with Simaril Supported Living.
Due to the anticipated volume of applications, only candidates whose qualifications closely align with current or future opportunities will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Simaril Supported Living is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
Join a growing organization and help us bring quality, person-centred support to new communities across South-Eastern Manitoba.
