Community Participation Support Worker – Orillia

Title: Community Participation Support Worker – Orillia

Company: Empower Simcoe
Location: Orillia, Ontario
Job Type: FlexTime, FullTime, Holidays, Weekends

Description:

Empower Simcoe is seeking a Temporary Full-time Community Participation Support Worker in Orillia for a 3-month contract position. The role involves supporting individuals in community-based activities and promoting inclusion and participation.

Compensation Package:

Minimum rate of pay of $27.36/hour

11 paid Statutory Holidays

Confidential Employee Assistance program for you and your immediate family

Minimum Qualifications:

Developmental Service Worker diploma or equivalent

One-year recent work experience in a community setting

Valid class "G" driver's license and reliable transportation

Knowledge of community resources and flexibility in working hours

Role/Duties:

Facilitate and support participation in community-based activities

Assist individuals in goal planning and attainment

Support independence in volunteer placements and employment

Facilitate positive community involvement and transitions

Provide personal hygiene support as needed

Submit application by:
Internal 4:00 p.m. September 2, 2026
External 4:00 p.m. September 9, 2026

Empower Simcoe values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, providing equal opportunities for all applicants. Accommodations are available upon request during the recruitment process. Join us in our mission to Be, Belong, and Thrive.

Vacant Position Posting #26-124

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Title: Community Participation Support Worker &#8211; Orillia
Company: Empower Simcoe
Location: Orillia, Ontario
Since 1953, Empower Simcoe has specialized in providing a wide range of programs and services for people and families throughout Simcoe County. We are looking for innovative, passionate, and dedicated employees. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference and feel proud of the work you do everyday, you've come to the right place. Your future starts now at Empower Simcoe!

We are recruiting forone (1) T emporary assignment Fulltime Community Participation Support Worker in Orillia. Utilizing a personal outcomebased approach, support people in making informed choices that lead to successful inclusion and participation in community based recreational/leisure activities; work/volunteer placements. The CPSW will be assigned to work in Community Support Services in Orillia, working up to 37.5 hours. The CPSW will work every other weekend or may require 2 consecutive weekends. The CPSW may be scheduled to regularly work public holidays. This is a 3 month contract position.

Compensation Package:

Minimum rate of pay of $27.36/hour
 11 paid Statutory Holidays;
 Confidential Employee Assistance program for you and for your immediate family;

Minimum Qualifications:

Developmental Service Worker diploma or an acceptable educational equivalency (ChildYouth Worker, Early Childhood Education, Social Service Worker, Nursing, Psychology, etc.) as determined by the employer is required;
 Oneyear recent work experience working in a community setting supporting the integration of people supported through outcomebased approach
 When submitting your resume and cover letter, please also upload a copy of your diplomas / degrees. In your resume, please ensure that you specify the length of your programs;
 Valid class "G" driver's license and reliable transportation is required;
 Demonstrated knowledge of community resources; Needs of this program require flexibility as support needs are based on people's individual needs and community partner requirements as identified by the community partners;
 Must be available to work flexible hours which will include working evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.

Role/Duties:

Facilitate and support participation in meaningful communitybased activities which support individuals to develop skills utilizing community infrastructure such as transportation services to promote and develop leisure, recreational, employment and volunteer opportunities within the community;
 Participating in goal planning with people and attending individual planning meetings as requested and supporting people to attain their desired goals;
 Assisting people to maintain positive relationships and to facilitate independence in volunteer placements and competitive employment; providing job coaching as required;
 Facilitating positive involvement and interaction in the community, acting in a professional manner at all times and as a role model for people supported;
 Supporting people to successfully transition from school;
 Providing personal hygiene supports as necessary;

Submit application by:

Internal 4:00 p.m.September 2, 2026

External 4:00 p.m. September 9, 2026

We thank all those who apply for this position. However, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered. If you have any issues with the application process, please contact [email protected]

Empower Simcoe is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability. Applications are encouraged from those who reflect the diversity of our community.

Empower Simcoe is committed to being nondiscriminatory and providing equal and barrierfree selection and appointment processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to this position, please let us know if you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive.

Vacant Position Posting 26124

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