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Taproot Community Support Services

Disability Service Worker with Overnight Scheduling, Temp Full-Time

Westlock, AB, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Closing date: Oct 11, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 11, 2026

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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.

Taproot Community Support Services Community Disability Services team in Westlock encourages persons with developmental disabilities build on their strengths, further develop life skills, overcome barriers and actively participate in their community, especially music events, church as well as recreation activities such as swimming (requiring direct staff support).

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. This position reports to the Team Leader.

Scheduling

One (1) temporary, full-time position with an average weekly schedule of 42 hours:

1830-0800
Includes 8 hours of sleep per night, paid at the Alberta sleep rate
Duration of this position is dependent on incumbent and is estimated at 9 months.

Bona Fide Occupational Requirement: This is a gender-specific position based upon the behaviour and needs of the persons served.

Allergy Alert- Person's served are not pet owner but do enjoy visiting pets.

In Your Role You Will

Support individuals with household chores, life skills, personal hygiene (if needed).
Provide supports as per the individual's care plan
Provide immediate support in crisis situations and use de-escalation techniques to deal with behaviours
Administer medication, first aid if/when necessary.
Use computer program to write objective daily reports and document notes & observations regarding the client
A complete and detailed list of key responsibilities can be available at time of interview.
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

Must be physically fit to assist with lifts and transfers and able to support with personal hygiene and dressing.
Must be self motivated and physically capable of supporting individuals in achieving social and recreational goals, including promoting community inclusion through activities such as bingo, bowling, swimming, attending church, and other physical or social events.
Need to be able to communicate to non verbal individuals.
Previous experience working with developmental disability or mental illness
MUST HAVE - Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License; reliable vehicle, clean driver’s abstract and adequate insurance
A positive attitude and belief that persons with disabilities have the right / responsibility to define and pursue their life choices, and pursue active participation and involvement in the community.
Skills in assisting individuals in anger management, daily living, self-help, etc.

ALSO Helpful, But Will Train If Needed

First Aid/CPR Certification
Crisis Prevention Intervention, Medication Administration, Abuse Protocol, Proactive Procedures and Behavioural Strategies, Foundations and Disabilities Training
Knowledge of basic health and safety rules and guidelines for personal health and safety, as appropriate.

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 opportunity for profit-sharing dividends
Work/life balance
Learning and career development opportunities
Competitive wages and salaries
Paid vacation and benefits for eligible employees
Defined benefit pension plan (Municipal Pension Plan) for eligible employees within British Columbia
Matching RRSP plan for eligible employees within Alberta
Professional development opportunities and job-related training
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Long Service Milestone rewards
Employee referral bonus program
A values-driven workplace - as a Certified B Corp, we're committed to using business as a force for good

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

Facilitate and monitor education and development programs to provide physical, behavioral, emotional, and social supports for individuals in residence and the community. Act as a liaison between clients, families, guardians, and employers while documenting daily observations and reports.

Requirements

Candidates must have previous experience with developmental disabilities or mental illness and possess a valid Class 5 Alberta Driver's License with a reliable vehicle. Physical fitness for lifts and transfers is required, along with the ability to communicate with non-verbal individuals.

Skills

Crisis Intervention
De-escalation Techniques
Medication Administration
First Aid
Personal Hygiene Support
Behavioral Support
Communication With Non-verbal Individuals
Anger Management
Life Skills Training
Community Inclusion
Patient Transfers
Objective Reporting

Benefits

Employee Ownership
Profit-sharing Dividends
Work/life Balance
Learning And Career Development Opportunities
Competitive Wages And Salaries
Paid Vacation
Benefits For Eligible Employees
Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Matching RRSP Plan
Professional Development Opportunities
Job-related Training
Employee And Family Assistance Program
Long Service Milestone Rewards
Employee Referral Bonus Program

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Keywords

Developmental Disabilities
Mental Illness
Community Support
Crisis Prevention Intervention
Medication Administration
Abuse Protocol
Proactive Procedures
Behavioral Strategies
Foundations and Disabilities Training
B Corp
Employee Ownership Trust
First Aid/CPR
Class 5 Driver's License
Social Services
Care Plan

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