Respite/ Disability Worker Team Lead (Orange Hub) at Alberta AdaptAbilities Association

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jul, 26

Salary

27.62

Posted On

08 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Mentoring, Program planning, Conflict resolution, Time management, Communication, Empathy, Teamwork, Documentation, Reporting, Medication administration, Crisis intervention, Risk management, Disability support

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Team Lead Meet AdaptAbilities. We provide meaningful programs for children and youth with disabilities. We have been named a 2025 Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice (NEOC) Award recipient — one of just 18 organizations across Canada to receive this national honour. Why Work with Us? * A career with AdaptAbilities gives you purpose and creates meaning in your everyday life * Our work will leave you with a feeling of job satisfaction and pride you won’t get at other jobs * It’s the feeling of making a difference in the lives of children and youth with disabilities * Help bridge the gap between possible and impossible * Enjoy a career with AdaptAbilities as you support individuals with disabilities to grow, succeed, and belong in their community What We Offer: We strive to be an employer of choice by creating a positive and collaborative team environment. You can look forward to: * Meaningful Work * Competitive Pay over Non-Profit Industry Standards * Flexible shifts (If applicable) * Career path and growth opportunities * Culture of Appreciation and Employee Recognition * Robust Benefits Package including spending account, 24/7 mental health supports, DCPP, RRSP matching (applicable to those who qualify) We also offer perks including support for professional development, corporate discount for City of Edmonton Recreation Passes, paid personal days, and programs that support a balanced lifestyle. What You Offer: Ideally, you have experience working with children, youth and young adults or vulnerable individuals in a health care setting. We seek employees who align with our core values, which are: open to growth, live our purpose, cultivate teamwork, demonstrate extraordinary effort and act with integrity. The Position: This is a full-time, temporary position based out of our Orange Hub Respite Centre (#400, 10045 156 St NW, Edmonton, AB, T5P 2P7) reporting to the Program Manager. Required Commitment: April 20, 2026 to December 18, 2026 The Team Lead (TL) provides leadership and support to Community Specialists (CS), fellow Team Leads (TL), Volunteers or Practicum Students and participants for assigned programs. This role will ensure program planning and implementation focuses on participant goals and meeting assigned outcomes. The conscientious Team Lead will act with integrity, be open to growth, live our purpose, cultivate teamwork, and put forth an extraordinary effort to empower people with diverse abilities and their families to grow, succeed, and belong. Key Functions * Informs, supports, trains, mentors, leads, and oversees direct care front line employees * Plans programming, ensuring meaningful days and purposeful support * Foster genuine relationships promoting dignity, personal interests, and identities * Empower people with diverse abilities to create meaningful days and achieve their goals * Identifies and solves problems, building employee capacity in difficult situations * Conduct general administration, follow-ups, documentation, and reporting duties as assigned * Ensures risk free, stimulating, safe, and supportive environment * Perform other job-related activities as required Qualifications * Minimum education requirement of a High School Diploma with minimum of 3-5 years of related experience, or a Certificate or Diploma in Disability Services, Social Work, Human Services, or a related field with 2-3 years of related experience, or a University Degree in Disability Services, Social Work, Human Services, or a related field with 1-2 years of related experience * Alignment with AdaptAbilities core purpose and core values * Capable leadership, communication, teamwork and positive attitude * Strong conflict resolution skills * Excellent organization and time management skills * Ability to remain calm in emotionally challenging situations and effectively use empathy * Clean class 5 driver’s license and vehicle is an asset * Clear Police Information Check and Intervention Record Check are required * Intermediate First Aid Certification CPR Level C and AED is required upon hire * Medication Administration Certification is required upon hire * Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Abuse Prevention and Response Protocol are an asset Compensation $25.65 to $26.95/ hour depending on experience and education Application Deadline: Open until April 17, 2026. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. AdaptAbilities is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.

Responsibilities

The Team Lead provides leadership, training, and support to front-line employees and volunteers while ensuring program planning meets participant goals. They are responsible for maintaining a safe, supportive environment and performing administrative duties including documentation and reporting.