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Community Living Alternative Services (CLAS) is currently hiring for Full Time Outreach Support Workers. This position offers a maximum of 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, during regular business hours (no evenings or overnights). Position Summary: This is a front-line community access services role that has responsibility to support and facilitate the development of skills and competencies that will assist persons with disabilities to access their community and fulfill their goals, objectives and aspirations. Experience: 6 months or more of experience in providing various supports to individuals with disabilities. Post-graduates in support worker/addictions/healthcare fields or those looking for second jobs are absolutely welcome to apply. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Confidently provide frontline, face-to-face support to individuals with varying challenges while they access and interact with their groups and communities of choice Excellent verbal and written communication skills Solid computer skills with the ability to access and understand websites, MS Office suite, and video conferencing technologies Professionalism Positive attitude Strong time management and organizational skills Ability to work independently Ability to maintain composure when dealing with complex reactions and challenging behaviours Must be able to identify issues, set priorities, and implement an appropriate plan of action Other: Must have a reliable car and personal car insurance with minimum third party liability coverage set to two million dollars ($2,000,000.00) Valid Class 5 or better driver''s license, issued in Canada is required Must be willing to use personal vehicles for work purposes (transporting the individual being supported) Successful candidates will need to complete a Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sectors Search We Offer: Pharmacy & Optical discounts Mileage reimbursement for driving Great work/life balance paid professional development training Hourly wage will depend on your education and experience Job Type: Full-time Pay: $19.92-$21.77 per hour Benefits: Employee assistance program Mileage reimbursement Wellness program Application question(s): Can you work Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each week? Experience: supporting community access for persons with disabilities: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: Class 5 or better driver''s license, issued in Canada (required) Work Location: In person