Community Support Worker (Scarborough)

ABOUT NABORS

NABORS is an organization of people who want the world to be a place where all people, including people with disabilities, can thrive in an inclusive community. We are a small but mighty group dedicated to supporting people with physical and developmental disabilities to live rich, full lives and have meaningful control over their everyday decisions. Our “circles of support” are made up of friends, family, and community members who freely give their time to help individuals make informed decisions, act on their choices, manage paid support, and feel safe. Members are supported to live in the homes of their choice and be fully included in community life.

ABOUT THE ROLE

A NABORS member in the East York/Scarborough area is currently seeking one Community Support Worker for casual hours with opportunities for relief.

This role is not Personal Support Work or Clinically focused. The position supports an adult man living in Long-Term Care by helping him build a meaningful, connected life within and beyond the facility. Working collaboratively with the member and his circle, the role centers on companionship and connecting him to community-based opportunities that reflect his interests, strengths, and personal goals, with the aim of increasing independence, confidence, and social presence. The work involves supporting and strengthening existing relationships, fostering opportunities to remain connected to friends and community, and intentionally creating pathways to meet new people through interest-based programs and community spaces. Emphasis is placed on companionship, relationship-building, and active participation in community life, ensuring the member is supported as a valued and engaged individual rather than through task-based care.

Experience working one-on-one with someone with Alzheimer’s/dementia and hearing loss is preferred.

STARTING RATE: $23.34/hour

REQUIREMENTS

• A Recent Vulnerable Sector Police Check (Maximum of 12 months upon receiving clearance) This is mandatory for employment
• Emergency First Aid & CPR
• Proof of 2 COVID-19 vaccine doses

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Community Support Worker will support the member by:

• Assisting to create an environment where the supported member can feel safe, secure, and in control of their surroundings, activities, and relationships.
• Supporting the member to participate in meaningful community activities, work, and social opportunities.
• Fostering community connections based on the member’s interests and goals.
• Collaborating with the support team to create measurable, achievable social and community goals.
• Creating, implementing, and maintaining projects that strengthen connections with friends and the member’s circle.
• Supporting natural relationship-building with family, friends, and the wider community.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Experience (paid or unpaid) working one-on-one with someone with Alzheimer’s/dementia and hearing loss.
• Familiarity with redirection and gentle guiding when behavioral expressions arise during confusion.
• The ability to work independently with minimal overlap with other staff, while still communicating and collaborating with team and circle of support as needed.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to the member’s needs.
• Facilitating meaningful community engagement, for someone living in Long-Term Care or an institutional setting.
• Supporting the member to build, maintain, and expand social networks and friendships.
• Working in collaboration with family, LTC and NABORS policies while remaining person centered.
• Initiating interest-based activities and community programs.
• Fostering natural supports and strengthening existing relationships.
• Encouraging autonomy, self-determination, and increased independence
• Demonstrating initiative, creativity, and strong interpersonal skills in companionship-focused roles

Accessibility & Inclusion

NABORS is committed to inclusive, accessible, and barrier-free employment practices in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process upon request.