Autism Calgary is excited to announce that we’re expanding our team! We are looking for a part time Adult Support Worker who enjoys collaborating with others and making a difference in the community, to help us part-time for a 12-month period. This role will be serving within Autism Calgary’s Family Support Program, reporting to the Family Support Coordinator.
Description of Role and Duties
- Providing individualized support to Autistic adults and their parents/caregivers
- Provision of information, resources and referrals to local Calgary services and supports, by phone, email, and in person.
- Assistance with applications for government funding and services. Provision of advocacy support tools where necessary to help ensure individuals and families receive the supports they need.
- Providing one-on-one “Talk Support” sessions to Autistic adults. This includes active listening and utilizing Motivational Interviewing techniques to provide them with a place to tell their story and have a listening ear. If mental health or counselling services are required, the individual will be referred and assisted to access these services.
- Providing one-on-one sessions to parents or caregivers to help them navigate systems of support and help their adult child live an interdependent life in the community that is healthy for all family members.
- Co-facilitating a support group for Autistic Adults. This involves working with volunteer Autistic co-facilitators and helping to coordinate guest speakers
- Assisting the other Family Support Team members where needed
- Assisting with event planning, communication, and administration duties where needed
- Assisting and coordinating volunteers who are on the autism spectrum
Requirements for the Role
- Post secondary education in either human services, social sciences, social work, psychology or other fields (where experience is also relevant)
- MUST have a thorough understanding of Autism and experience working with Autistic adults. Lived experience as a parent or family member of an individual on the spectrum is an asset but not required.
- Familiarity with autism and disability-related services in Calgary is a strong asset
- Experience or education relating to mental health is a strong asset
- Familiarity and comfort working with a computer, including MS Office Products and Social media
- Must be able to work well independently in a self-directed manner and contribute/coordinate well with a team. Good time management and the ability to juggle multiple projects/duties at once is vital.
The contract is temporary (12-month period), with the possibility of extension based on funding. Hourly wage commensurate with experience and education.
Begins: To be determined; up to 20 hours per week, approximately
Closing Date: March 31, 2022
Please send your cover letter and resume to Autism Calgary Association at by Thursday, March 31, 2022 at noon. Applications submitted after this date WILL NOT be considered.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.