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Calgary Alternative Support Services is pleased to announce it's active recruitment and search to fill job vacancies in our human services field. CASS strives to be an employer of choice with many benefits to working in the sector (including mileage & expense claim reimbursements as potential examples).

Below is a listing of all positions CASS is currently looking to fill.

For job posting details, click on the job title.

Position: Support Home Provider
Post date: 2012/04/30 - 15:04
Start Date: Immediately
Job Type: Permanent
Description:

Calgary Alternative Residential Services is looking for staff to provide a new support home for a male client looking for a separate suite in the house of a potential support home provider.  He assistance with administration of medication; going to and tracking medical appointments; meal preparation, emotional support, problem solving, etc.  The individual is a quiet person and very easy to get along with; the family are also an excellent source of support.

This individual prefers to live in the Northwest or Southwest part of the city (anywhere nearby Crowchild Trail).  The suite must be completely separate with a kitchen or kitchenette, and have its own entrance.  This individual requires regular contact; this would mean spending meaningful time time as opposed to a check in with the person; having tea or perhaps a meal together.

Some working knowledge in the disability field would be preferred, and a criminal record check will also need to be provided; for safety and security purposes.

Position: Outreach Support Worker
Post date: 2012/04/25 - 12:43
Start Date: Immediately
Job Type: Permanent
Description:

Calgary Alternative Residential Services is looking for 1 staff to provide outreach supports including exploring and accessing community activities, assisting with day to day errands and providing emotional support.

A familiarity with providing community/outreach supports to adults with developmental disabilities is preferred.  A criminal record check will also need to be provided; for safety and security purposes.

Position: Outreach Support Worker
Post date: 2012/04/25 - 12:40
Start Date: Immediately
Job Type: Permanent
Description:

Calgary Alternative Residential Services is looking for 1 staff to provide outreach supports including exploring and accessing community activities, and assisting with day to day errands.

A familiarity with providing community/outreach supports to adults with developmental disabilities is preferred.  A criminal record check will also need to be provided; for safety and security purposes.

Position: Outreach Support Worker
Post date: 2012/04/16 - 12:06
Start Date: Immediately
Job Type: Permanent
Description:

Calgary Alternative Residential Services is looking for 1 female staff to provide outreach supports to a middle-aged female client living in the South area of Calgary.  The successful candidate will give outreach supports including exploring and accessing community activities, assisting with banking, grocery shopping, house hunting and other day to day errands.  Applicants must possess a spirit of service and be; mature, patient, flexible, willing to listen, innovative and able to negotiate hours/days of work to the mutual satisfaction of both parties (IE: client & staff).

Staff must be female, and some working knowledge of and/or experience working with anxiety disorders a requirement.  A familiarity with challenges faced by individuals having a brain injury, and previous experience in providing community/outreach supports to adults with developmental disabilities is preferred.  A criminal record check will also need to be provided; for safety and security purposes.

Position: Outreach Support Worker
Post date: 2012/04/12 - 11:46
Start Date: Immediately
Job Type: Permanent
Description:

Calgary Alternative Residential Services is looking for 1 staff to support male client for 7 hours working between Saturdays & Sundays. Recreational activities and support in the community.

Previous experience in providing community/outreach support to adults with developmental disabilities is preferred.  A criminal record check will also need to be provided; for safety and security purposes.

Position: Administrative Assistant
Post date: 2012/03/28 - 15:48
Start Date: Thursday April 12, 2012
Job Type: Permanent
Description:

Calgary Alternative Support Services is looking for 1 part-time staff to provide 2 days per week of administrative/office support at our agency reception office.  The successful candidate will answer phones, book meeting-room space, greet guests/visitors, route questions/concerns, schedule appointments, re-order supplies, prepare mail-outs and handle confidential information prudently .

The successful candidate must have strong administrative and office support experience/skills, with a great history in dealing with many types of clients, staff and the general public both friendly/politely and patiently.  A previous background in the human services/disabilities/non-profit area will be an asset, and a criminal record check will also need to be provided; for safety and security purposes.

Position: Outreach Support Worker
Post date: 2012/03/27 - 19:34
Start Date: Immediately
Job Type: Permanent
Description:

Calgary Alternative Residential Services is looking for 1 staff to work with a male client living in NW area of Calgary.  This client lives with a supportive roommate and works throughout the week.  The successful applicant will give outreach supports including encouragement for the individual to get out of the house on weekends and try new activities/attend social events. 

Experience  working independently within the community, knowledge of community resources and an ability to motivate people to try new things are all assets to use in this job role.  Previous background in providing community/outreach support to adults with developmental disabilities is preferred.  A criminal record check will also need to be provided; for safety and security purposes.

Position: Support Home Provider
Post date: 2012/03/27 - 19:19
Start Date: Immediately
Job Type: Permanent
Description:

Calgary Alternative Residential Services is looking for staff to provide live-in-support to a female client looking for a home with her own separate suite.  The individual prefers to live in the central-NE area of the city.

The Support Home Provider will provide support in managing the following areas:

- Diabetes

- Finances

- Daily Living Skills

- Anger Management

- Processing Paperwork

- Following a Healthy, Balanced Diet/Lifestyle

- Relationship Issues

Some background and/or experience with diabetes is essential, as well as good negotiation and communication skills.  A criminal record check will also need to be provided; for safety and security purposes. 

Position: Residential Support Worker
Post date: 2012/03/27 - 18:57
Start Date: Immediately
Job Type: Permanent
Description:

Calgary Alternative Residential Services is looking for a female employee, experienced in working with individuals who have Autism, to spend one to one time with a woman in the community participating in activities and trying new ones.  Some time will also be spent in her home, with personal care involed.

Some other areas of experience in various communication methods, including sign language and picture symbols are an assett.  Also experienced in working with individuals who have behaviours is key, and access to a vehicle is key as well.

This position is 2 days per week; Saturdays 8am to 4pm and Sundays 11am to 3pm.

Previous experience in providing community/outreach support to adults with developmental disabilities is preferred.  A criminal record check will also need to be provided; for safety and security purposes.

Position: Support Home Provider
Post date: 2012/02/01 - 11:55
Start Date: March 1, 2012
Job Type: Permanent
Description:

Calgary Alternative Residential Services is looking for staff to provide live-in-support to a male client looking for a home with his own separate suite.  The individual functions at a high level, and he prefers to live in the central-south area within communities such as; Chinook, Fairview, Haysboro, etc. working best.

The Support Home Provider will provide support in the following areas:

- Daily Living Skills

- Emotional/Psychological

- Problem Solving

- Community Inclusion

- Monitoring Administration of Medication

- Vehicle Maintenance and Issues

- Resolving Legal Issues

Some working knowledge in the disability field would be preferred, and a criminal record check will also need to be provided; for safety and security purposes.

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