Supported Independent Living - Support Worker - 2026-2

*** The position will close on August 6, 2026***

This posting is used to create a pool of applicants for various Support Worker positions within the Supported Independent Living program (SIL)

** Rotations are Biweekly - Fixed Schedule**

Week 1 - Example:
Week of July 27, August 10, August 24

Week 2 - Example:
Week of August 03, August 17, August 31

A.
East Elmwood Area – 18 hours biweekly:

Week 1: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday from 12:00-15:00

Week 2: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday from 12:00-15:00

B. St.Vital Area – 28 hours biweekly:

Week 1: Friday (14:00-22:00), Saturday (10:00-22:00), Sunday (14:00-22:00)

Week 2: OFF/ No shift

About Us

St.Amant supports over 5,000 people in Manitoba with developmental disabilities, autism and acquired brain injury. We are a not-for-profit organization that offers a wide range of supports for adults, children and their families. Our over 2,000 staff follow a person-centered approach and adapt to the needs of each person and each family.

St.Amant is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility where everyone is respected, valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves - free from fear of discrimination - while celebrating the diverse identities and experiences that enrich our community. We stand firmly against individual and systemic discrimination and racism as per the Canadian Human Rights Act.

St.Amant, as part of an initiative entitled “Meaningful Connections”, seeks to expand the culture of support (“excellent caretaking”) to include an intentional focus on equipping a person with the opportunities and skills to develop relationships. The goal of this initiative is to have people we support exploring and establishing relationships with people in the community.

St.Amant is a bilingual organization. Proficiency in both official languages (French/English) would be considered an asset.

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes Health and Dental Plans, Life Insurance Plans, Long Term Disability, Employer Paid-Employee Assistance Plan and Employer-Matched Pension Plan. We offer three weeks vacation after your first year of employment, affordable on-site parking, onsite fitness facility with a one-time access fee and much more!

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Position Summary:

Support Workers are responsible for the delivery of services and supports to people with developmental disabilities and/or autism within a community setting. The Support Worker provides residential or support services which align with St.Amant's Mission & Values, provincial legislation and regulations. Support Workers ensure that services are provided in a way that:

• Optimizes dignity, self-determination and attainment of personal outcomes.
• Maximizes environmental and lifestyle choices desired by the individual.
• Incorporates high quality support and treatment.
• Supports education, training and work opportunities.
• Supports and encourages people to have new relationships, and supports people to explore engagement in community activities, and may be matched with a person supported to assist them in exploring these relationships and activities (This is known as an “exploring pair”)
• The Support Worker is responsible for monitoring and assessing the health needs of individuals supported, assisting with daily living routines, and ensuring the safety & well being of the individuals being supported. By supporting individuals, the Support Worker will act as an advocate when required, and foster spirituality as desired by the individual.

This position reports to a community based Team Leader.

Qualifications:

• Grade XII Diploma or GED.
• Ability to obtain certification in CPR and Emergency First Aid.
• Valid Manitoba Driver's License in good standing.
• Acceptable Criminal Record, Child Abuse Registry Check, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Prior Contact Check (CFS).
• Positive, energetic, self-directed and person focused.
• Experience providing services to people with disabilities an asset.
• Knowledge of basic cooking and household management skills.
• Physical ability and emotional stability to support peoples' physical needs and respond appropriate to challenging behavior.
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