Aide, Resident Services
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About the role
Job Identification 100159 Apply Before 07/13/2026, 11:59 PM Locations Prince Albert, SK, Canada Employment Type CUPE Term Full-time Salary Range 23.483 – 27.471 Hours of Work J – CUPE Shift Workplace Diversity We are committed to workplace diversity. Occupation Code HGA Grade CUPE.04. Organization 036 Social Services Number of Openings 1
About Us
The Government of Saskatchewan provides the services, programs and supports the people of Saskatchewan need. We deliver on the Saskatchewan Plan for Growth to build a strong economy, strong communities and strong families, ultimately building a stronger Saskatchewan. Dedicated to service excellence, we demonstrate innovation, collaboration and transparency, practice effective and accountable use of resources and promote engagement and leadership at all levels.
About The Team
The Ministry of Social Services supports vulnerable people and families as they build a better quality of life.
We help people with their immediate needs and provide supports for: families to safely care for their children, children and youth in care to be successful, people with disabilities to access community-based services, access to affordable housing, and income assistance to meet people’s basic needs as they work to become self-sufficient to the best of their abilities.
Together with Indigenous and community partners, we work to make a positive difference in the lives of our clients every day.
About The Job
The Opportunity:
Term Full-Time Position – 1 Year
To start as soon as possible.
Disability Programs, Crisis and Respite Services supports individuals with intellectual disabilities. Your work will promote and support individuals to achieve the highest quality of life possible with full participation and presence in their community.
In this role, you will focus on creating positive, engaging experiences and are accountable to the individual’s receiving services. We are seeking a caring and empathetic person who welcomes challenges, is proactive, loves to learn, embraces change, has a strong work ethic, and enjoys variety in their work while making positive meaningful changes in peoples’ lives. We care about and believe in people. Joining our team means we share a passion for cultivating strong relationships by building trust and delivering quality client-centered services through collaboration, creativity, support, and independence.
This appointment is located at Southwood Home in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. This program offers transitional housing support and planned respite services. The purpose of respite is to maintain the health and well-being of the individual, their care provider and/or family by providing temporary support. Transitional housing is a temporary support for those with immediate housing needs and a safe place where individuals continue to build on their strengths.
In This Role, You Will Support Individuals And Provide Quality Person-centered Services. Your Hands On Work And Engagement With The Individual Is Conducted In a Learning And Supportive Manner And Utilizes Your Effective Communication, Positive Role Modeling, Patience, Adaptability, Leadership, And Organization To Assist In Completing The Following Responsibilities:
apply standard safety precautions and practices according to established protocols, safety guidelines and existing legislation. work both independently and as a team player to co-operatively accomplish program objectives/goals and create and maintain a positive work environment. anticipate, recognize, and react to conflict situations by exercising sound judgement and resolution; highly motivated, organized, flexible and adaptable to work in a challenging environment. assist with all activities of daily living and life skills.
Typically, the knowledge required for this position will be gained through experience on the job. However, previous experience working with individuals experiencing intellectual disabilities and/or completion of a Special Care Aide Program would be considered a definite asset. This position may be exposed to the risk of violent situations. Some travel may be necessary.
What We Offer:
Disability Program, Crisis and Respite Services value their employees and the work they do. To assist them we provide thorough onboarding that includes safety training required for the position.
Our choice candidate is a positive, patient, client focused, non-judgmental, understanding and an empathetic individual, who celebrates diverse opinions, lifestyles and behaviours and strives to help and support all for their betterment.
This is a shift work position in a program that provides person centred care 24 hours/day; 7 days/week. The successful candidate must be legally eligible to operate a vehicle supplied by the Ministry.
Please note, due to the nature of the position employees may be exposed to the risk of violent (behavioural) situations in which PART training reinforces safety concerns and assists in precautionary measures.
The Ministry of Social Services works with citizens as they build better lives for themselves through economic independence, strong families and strong community organizations. We are committed to investing in positive outcomes for people in areas of income support, child and family services, affordable housing, and support for persons with disabilities. Come join our team!
Candidates must clearly indicate in their application, resume, and cover letter how they have acquired the skills and abilities. Applicants are screened based on the information provided.
Responsibilities
Identifies, assesses, and evaluates the physical, emotional, and personal needs of the individual receiving services. Applies standard safety precautions and practices according to established protocols, safety guidelines and existing legislation. Works both independently and as a team player to co-operatively accomplish program objectives/goals and create and maintain a positive work environment. Performs conflict management duties by anticipating, recognizing, and resolving situations promptly and peacefully. Demonstrates motivation, organization, flexibility, and adaptability to perform effectively in challenging work environments. Assists with personal care (hygiene, meals, dressing, transportation), all activities of daily living and life skills. Facilitates and participates in recreational and social activities.
Qualifications
Job Capabilities:
As a Public Servant, We Are Seeking Someone Who:
Is accountable, takes ownership of their work by contributing to organizational outcomes and demonstrates the corporate values in our Commitment to Excellence. Is innovative and seeks out ways for improvement by thinking creatively, identifying new ideas and taking responsible risks. Works collaboratively with others to understand, engage and have meaningful dialogue to achieve work outcomes. Is inclusive, identifies and is aware of personal bias, and readily seeks out and appreciates diverse perspectives. Is adaptable, continuously learns from experience and applies those learnings to new situations. Focuses on achieving public service excellence.
Technical Knowledge And Skills:
You will have knowledge of:
principles of learning and assessment.
You Will Have The Ability To:
identify, assess and evaluate physical, emotional and personal needs and determine an appropriate course of action; effectively communicate both verbally and in written form; apply standard safety precautions and practices according to established protocols, safety guidelines and existing legislation to protect co-workers, individuals receiving services and the environment; work both independently and as a team player in order to co-operatively accomplish program objectives/goals and create and maintain a positive work environment. anticipate, recognize, and react to conflict situations by exercising sound judgement and resolution; and accurately read, measure, convert and follow recipes and assemble ingredients according to cooking standards and recipes.
You Will Be:
highly motivated, organized, flexible and adaptable in order to work in a challenging environment; and thorough, consistent and attentive to detail to ensure quality work.
Job Skills:
Communication (Level A) Critical Thinking (Level A) Digital Skills (Level A) Interacting with Others (Level A) Navigating Ambiguity (Level A) Managing Self (Level A) Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)
Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here.
What We Offer:
Dynamic and challenging work Competitive salary Comprehensive benefits package including pension Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave Inclusive work environments Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities Flexible work arrangements
Our Commitment To Excellence:
The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team
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Aide, Resident Services
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Identification 100159 Apply Before 07/13/2026, 11:59 PM Locations Prince Albert, SK, Canada Employment Type CUPE Term Full-time Salary Range 23.483 – 27.471 Hours of Work J – CUPE Shift Workplace Diversity We are committed to workplace diversity. Occupation Code HGA Grade CUPE.04. Organization 036 Social Services Number of Openings 1
About Us
The Government of Saskatchewan provides the services, programs and supports the people of Saskatchewan need. We deliver on the Saskatchewan Plan for Growth to build a strong economy, strong communities and strong families, ultimately building a stronger Saskatchewan. Dedicated to service excellence, we demonstrate innovation, collaboration and transparency, practice effective and accountable use of resources and promote engagement and leadership at all levels.
About The Team
The Ministry of Social Services supports vulnerable people and families as they build a better quality of life.
We help people with their immediate needs and provide supports for: families to safely care for their children, children and youth in care to be successful, people with disabilities to access community-based services, access to affordable housing, and income assistance to meet people’s basic needs as they work to become self-sufficient to the best of their abilities.
Together with Indigenous and community partners, we work to make a positive difference in the lives of our clients every day.
About The Job
The Opportunity:
Term Full-Time Position – 1 Year
To start as soon as possible.
Disability Programs, Crisis and Respite Services supports individuals with intellectual disabilities. Your work will promote and support individuals to achieve the highest quality of life possible with full participation and presence in their community.
In this role, you will focus on creating positive, engaging experiences and are accountable to the individual’s receiving services. We are seeking a caring and empathetic person who welcomes challenges, is proactive, loves to learn, embraces change, has a strong work ethic, and enjoys variety in their work while making positive meaningful changes in peoples’ lives. We care about and believe in people. Joining our team means we share a passion for cultivating strong relationships by building trust and delivering quality client-centered services through collaboration, creativity, support, and independence.
This appointment is located at Southwood Home in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. This program offers transitional housing support and planned respite services. The purpose of respite is to maintain the health and well-being of the individual, their care provider and/or family by providing temporary support. Transitional housing is a temporary support for those with immediate housing needs and a safe place where individuals continue to build on their strengths.
In This Role, You Will Support Individuals And Provide Quality Person-centered Services. Your Hands On Work And Engagement With The Individual Is Conducted In a Learning And Supportive Manner And Utilizes Your Effective Communication, Positive Role Modeling, Patience, Adaptability, Leadership, And Organization To Assist In Completing The Following Responsibilities:
apply standard safety precautions and practices according to established protocols, safety guidelines and existing legislation. work both independently and as a team player to co-operatively accomplish program objectives/goals and create and maintain a positive work environment. anticipate, recognize, and react to conflict situations by exercising sound judgement and resolution; highly motivated, organized, flexible and adaptable to work in a challenging environment. assist with all activities of daily living and life skills.
Typically, the knowledge required for this position will be gained through experience on the job. However, previous experience working with individuals experiencing intellectual disabilities and/or completion of a Special Care Aide Program would be considered a definite asset. This position may be exposed to the risk of violent situations. Some travel may be necessary.
What We Offer:
Disability Program, Crisis and Respite Services value their employees and the work they do. To assist them we provide thorough onboarding that includes safety training required for the position.
Our choice candidate is a positive, patient, client focused, non-judgmental, understanding and an empathetic individual, who celebrates diverse opinions, lifestyles and behaviours and strives to help and support all for their betterment.
This is a shift work position in a program that provides person centred care 24 hours/day; 7 days/week. The successful candidate must be legally eligible to operate a vehicle supplied by the Ministry.
Please note, due to the nature of the position employees may be exposed to the risk of violent (behavioural) situations in which PART training reinforces safety concerns and assists in precautionary measures.
The Ministry of Social Services works with citizens as they build better lives for themselves through economic independence, strong families and strong community organizations. We are committed to investing in positive outcomes for people in areas of income support, child and family services, affordable housing, and support for persons with disabilities. Come join our team!
Candidates must clearly indicate in their application, resume, and cover letter how they have acquired the skills and abilities. Applicants are screened based on the information provided.
Responsibilities
Identifies, assesses, and evaluates the physical, emotional, and personal needs of the individual receiving services. Applies standard safety precautions and practices according to established protocols, safety guidelines and existing legislation. Works both independently and as a team player to co-operatively accomplish program objectives/goals and create and maintain a positive work environment. Performs conflict management duties by anticipating, recognizing, and resolving situations promptly and peacefully. Demonstrates motivation, organization, flexibility, and adaptability to perform effectively in challenging work environments. Assists with personal care (hygiene, meals, dressing, transportation), all activities of daily living and life skills. Facilitates and participates in recreational and social activities.
Qualifications
Job Capabilities:
As a Public Servant, We Are Seeking Someone Who:
Is accountable, takes ownership of their work by contributing to organizational outcomes and demonstrates the corporate values in our Commitment to Excellence. Is innovative and seeks out ways for improvement by thinking creatively, identifying new ideas and taking responsible risks. Works collaboratively with others to understand, engage and have meaningful dialogue to achieve work outcomes. Is inclusive, identifies and is aware of personal bias, and readily seeks out and appreciates diverse perspectives. Is adaptable, continuously learns from experience and applies those learnings to new situations. Focuses on achieving public service excellence.
Technical Knowledge And Skills:
You will have knowledge of:
principles of learning and assessment.
You Will Have The Ability To:
identify, assess and evaluate physical, emotional and personal needs and determine an appropriate course of action; effectively communicate both verbally and in written form; apply standard safety precautions and practices according to established protocols, safety guidelines and existing legislation to protect co-workers, individuals receiving services and the environment; work both independently and as a team player in order to co-operatively accomplish program objectives/goals and create and maintain a positive work environment. anticipate, recognize, and react to conflict situations by exercising sound judgement and resolution; and accurately read, measure, convert and follow recipes and assemble ingredients according to cooking standards and recipes.
You Will Be:
highly motivated, organized, flexible and adaptable in order to work in a challenging environment; and thorough, consistent and attentive to detail to ensure quality work.
Job Skills:
Communication (Level A) Critical Thinking (Level A) Digital Skills (Level A) Interacting with Others (Level A) Navigating Ambiguity (Level A) Managing Self (Level A) Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)
Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here.
What We Offer:
Dynamic and challenging work Competitive salary Comprehensive benefits package including pension Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave Inclusive work environments Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities Flexible work arrangements
Our Commitment To Excellence:
The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team