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Home Support Worker
@ City of Grande Prairie
Grande Prairie, Alberta
Overview
The City of Grande Prairie is hiring a temporary part-time Home Support Worker in its Housing & Community Development Department. The role supports clients with physical, mental or emotional needs to live independently, with light housekeeping, transportation, companionship and meal preparation. Hours average 25-30 per week Monday to Friday, starting at $25.83 per hour under the CUPE Collective Agreement, with a term ending February 28, 2028.
Pay:
$25.83 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Support clients with physical, mental or emotional needs
- Provide light housekeeping and laundry
- Prepare meals and transport clients to appointments and shopping
- Provide companionship and promote independent living
Requirements summary:
- Grade 12
- Valid Alberta driver's licence
- Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
- Pass RCMP Vulnerable Records and Child Welfare checks
- Provide driver's abstract
- Standard First Aid is an asset
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-13
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-13
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-13
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Hours per week | 27.5 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Home, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Standard First Aid |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | vulnerable sector, driving record |
| Education | High school (required) |
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City of Grande Prairie
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The City of Grande Prairie provides programs, services, infrastructure and facilities that are the basis for much of the activity in our community. Grande Prairie is the youngest city in Canada with a median age of 30.3 and one of the fastest growing communities in North America. The 2016 federal census recorded 63,166 residents up 13.5% from 2011. Whether it is parents pushing a stroller, children filling the Eastlink Centre or families biking one of the many trails, there are signs of youth everywhere you turn. Grande Prairie’s youthfulness is a result of the growing opportunities presented by its role as a regional hub as well as the area’s many natural resources.
- LinkedIn followers
- 5,435
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 445
- Reported office locations
- Grande Prairie, Alberta T8V 2E7, CA
- Other recorded names
- City of Grande Prairie
- Specialties
- Government
- Municipal
- Civic
- Public Service
- and Public Sector
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The City of Grande Prairie provides programs, services, infrastructure and facilities that are the basis for much of the activity in our community. Grande Prairie is the youngest city in Canada with a median age of 30.3 and one of the fastest growing communities in North America. The 2016 federal census recorded 63,166 residents up 13.5% from 2011. Whether it is parents pushing a stroller, children filling the…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Government Administration |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Grande Prairie, Alberta |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Specialties | GovernmentMunicipalCivicPublic Serviceand Public Sector |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 11 |
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The City of Grande Prairie is a vibrant, growing community located in the beautiful Peace Country region of Alberta. We are committed to providing exceptional public service and enhancing the quality of life for all residents. Grande Prairie is a great place to live, work, and play.
Our Housing & Community Development Department is looking for a dedicated temporary, part-time Home Support Worker to join the team.
Position Responsibilities
- The Home Support worker provides support to assigned clients with physical, mental or emotional inabilities by supporting and promoting independent living.
- Duties may include basic light housekeeping, laundry, client transportation to appointments and shopping, companioning, and meal preparation.
- Physical strength is required for moderate lifting or heavier housekeeping duties, such as vacuuming.
Qualifications
- Requires Grade 12
- Valid Alberta driver's license
- Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
- An aptitude/interest in working with special populations and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Must pass an RCMP Vulnerable Records Check and Child Welfare Check.
- Will also be asked to provide a Driver's Abstract.
- Standard First Aid certification is an asset.
Term
The Home Support Worker position is temporary, with an end date of February 28, 2028.
Hours
The standard workweek consists of an average of 25-30 hours/week Monday - Friday, with the specific schedule being determined by the immediate supervisor.
Compensation
Starting salary $25.83 per hour as per the CUPE Collective Agreement.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package. What We Offer | City of Grande Prairie (cityofgp.com)
Diversity & Inclusion
The City of Grande Prairie is committed to building and sustaining an inclusive work environment composed of individuals with unique experiences, perspectives, talents, and contributions who welcome, support, respect and value all members of the community.
Selection Process
We appreciate your interest in our organization, and we thank you in advance for your application. Candidates selected for an interview will be notified via phone or email.
1. To apply for this position, please utilize the "Apply Now" tab on this web page to submit your comprehensive cover letter and up-to-date resume.
2. Our application review process includes a thorough evaluation of all submissions. Short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview scheduling.
- This posting will be open until a suitable candidate(s) is/are found.
- This posting may be used to fill more than one position.
- This posting will be open until a suitable candidate(s) is/are found.
Note: After submitting your application and uploading your resume, you should expect to receive an email confirmation indicating that your application for this position has been successfully submitted. If you receive this email, there is no need for any additional contact with us regarding this position.
To efficiently manage the high volume of applications we receive for each job posting, we are unable to address job-specific inquiries prior to the interview stage. However, if you progress to the job interview stage, we will gladly answer any questions you may have.
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