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Disability Service Worker (SIL), Part-Time
Taproot Community Support Services
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Taproot Community Support Services

Disability Service Worker (SIL), Part-Time

Fort McMurray, AB, Canada

Part-time

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Job details

Job type: Part-time
Apply by: Dec 10, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 10, 2026

Original job description

The Program

At Taproot Community Support Services, we’re a 100 percent employee-owned organization through an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). Every employee is an owner from their first day, with a voice in shaping Taproot’s future and the opportunity to share in employee ownership dividends.

As a Certified B Corporation, we harness business for good. Since 1983 we’ve grown steadily, now delivering support across Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario through more than 90 contracts.

Our 800-plus employee-owners live by five shared values: we are stronger together, we lead with optimism, we embrace challenges, we respect every voice, and we go above and beyond. Guided by these principles, we deliver more than 125 community-based services each year. We walk alongside about 1,600 children, youth, families, and people with diverse abilities, with revenues exceeding $70 million.

This program in Fort McMurray supports a young man who lives in his family home.

The Position

The Disability Services Worker (DSW), under supervision of their supervisor, facilitates and monitors education and development programs for purposes of providing individuals in service with physical, behavioural, emotional and social supports/supervision in residence and in the community. DSWs develop relationships and act as a liaison with the community, family members, guardians and employers. The DSWs will support adults to gain independent living skills, including assistance with daily living activities including meal preparation, household chores, laundry, etc. and community access (accessing transportation to educational, recreation and community programs/events). They also, mentor and advocate for the client, and empower them to be self reliant and confident. This position reports to the Team Leader.

The Supportive Independent Living Worker provides support with morning hygiene, meal prep and household tasks, as well as employment coaching. The worker plans a day program that includes teaching life and daily living skills. Candidate must be physically active, based upon the needs of the client. A good understanding of Autism is an asset.

This position requires CUPE union membership

Schedule

One (1) permanent part-time position working 80 hours in a 4 week period:

Monday through Friday, 0800-1600 off during Stat Holidays on a 2 week rotation.
Support is provided 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off, corresponding with the weeks the person served is in Fort McMurray.

In Your Role You Will

Mentor and teach life skills including communication skills, coping with emotions and change, budgeting, household management, boundaries and self care, relationships, self expression, social skills, coping tools, community awareness, personal safety, etc.
Help find activities of interest.
Develop life skills and help find volunteer/ employment opportunities.
Promote inclusion in community activities involving educational, recreational programming and participation in the volunteer sector.
Link the client to community support services and employment coaching such as resume building or job searches.
Prior to confirmation of employment, all applicants must provide a copy of a current Criminal Record Check and/or Government Screening Letter. These checks vary depending on province and sector and will be communicated by the Program Hiring Team.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

Education

Grade 12 diploma or diploma in Disability Studies or related Social Sciences/Human Services or equivalent.

Training Or Experience

Minimum two years community rehabilitation experience as well as experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Specialized education and training and/or demonstrated success in relevant settings.

Licenses/Certificates

Clear Criminal Record Check and Child Welfare check.
Valid Class 5 Alberta driver’s license, Driver’s Abstract and proof of insurability.
First Aid/CPR, Restrictive Procedures, Abuse Protocols, Non Violent Crisis Prevention Intervention.

Other

Must be physically active, a good understanding of Autism and managing seizures is an asset.
Use of common/business computer applications.
Committed to philosophies and principles of community based living for individuals in service.

What Taproot Community Support Services Does

At Taproot, your passion for helping others can truly make a difference. As an employee-owned company, we value collaboration, learning, and innovation. Our strength-based approach guides both our care and how we support each other. Join a team where your voice matters, and together, we’re building a company we’re proud of.

Our Employees Enjoy

Employee ownership from day one through our EOT, with profit-sharing dividends
Work/life balance
Learning and career development opportunities
Competitive wages and salaries
Paid vacation and benefits for eligible employees
Matching RRSP plan for eligible employees within Alberta
Professional development opportunities and job-related training
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Long Service Milestone rewards
A values-driven workplace - as a Certified B Corp, we're committed to using business as a force for good.
Employee referral bonus program

For more information on Taproot Community Support Services visit our website: taproot.ca

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you! Please apply.

Equal-Opportunity Employer

Our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is unwavering. We believe that varied backgrounds and experiences fuel innovation and success. As an equal-opportunity employer, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion across all operations. We're seeking candidates passionate about contributing to our multicultural teams and enriching our workplace with their unique insights and cultural sensitivity.

We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.

No telephone calls please. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.

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Responsibilities

Support an adult with daily living activities, personal care, household tasks, community access, and employment coaching. Teach and mentor life skills, promote participation in community activities, and connect the client with community services and volunteer or employment opportunities.

Requirements

Requires a Grade 12 diploma or relevant disability studies, social sciences, or human services education, plus at least two years of community rehabilitation experience working with people with developmental disabilities. Applicants need a valid Alberta Class 5 driver's license and related driving documentation, criminal record and child welfare checks, and specified training such as First Aid/CPR and crisis prevention; understanding autism and seizure management is an asset.

Skills

Life Skills Coaching
Daily Living Support
Community Inclusion
Employment Coaching
Communication Skills
Emotional Regulation
Budgeting
Household Management
Social Skills
Advocacy
Meal Preparation
Autism Support
Seizure Management
Crisis Prevention
First Aid and CPR
Class 5 Alberta Driver's License

Benefits

Employee Ownership Dividends
Work-Life Balance
Learning and Career Development
Competitive Wages
Paid Vacation
Benefits for Eligible Employees
Matching RRSP Plan for Eligible Employees in Alberta
Professional Development and Job-Related Training
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Long-Service Rewards
Employee Referral Bonus

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Keywords

Disability Services
Supportive Independent Living
Developmental Disabilities
Community Rehabilitation
Daily Living Activities
Personal Hygiene
Meal Preparation
Household Chores
Laundry
Life Skills
Communication Skills
Emotional Regulation
Budgeting
Household Management
Community Access
Community Inclusion
Employment Coaching
Resume Building
Job Searches
Volunteer Opportunities
Autism
Seizure Management
First Aid
CPR
Restrictive Procedures
Abuse Protocols
Nonviolent Crisis Prevention Intervention
Criminal Record Check
Child Welfare Check
Class 5 Alberta Driver's License

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