Supportive Roommate

Why Work for New Age Services?

New Age Services Inc. is a community-based organization dedicated to supporting individuals with developmental disabilities to live meaningful, independent, and inclusive lives. As a Supportive Roommate, you will have the unique opportunity to make a lasting impact by providing a safe, welcoming, and supportive home environment while helping an individual build confidence, independence, and strong community connections.

This role offers meaningful relationship-building, flexible scheduling, ongoing support from a professional team, and the opportunity to positively influence someone's quality of life every day.

Position Summary

New Age Services Inc. is seeking a Supportive Roommate to provide a stable, structured, and welcoming home environment for a 25-year-old male living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and Global Developmental Delay.

This individual is highly independent and enjoys an active lifestyle. He is looking for a supportive living arrangement where he can continue developing life skills, maintaining routines, and participating fully in his community.

Support Schedule

• 30 hours per week of Community Access supports
• 15 hours per week of Respite supports
• Ongoing supportive roommate presence and availability within the home
• Schedule to be determined based on individual and service needs

Responsibilities

The successful Supportive Roommate will:

• Provide a safe, welcoming, and inclusive home environment
• Support the individual in establishing and maintaining daily routines and structure
• Assist with scheduling, coordinating, and attending appointments
• Provide transportation to appointments, activities, and community events
• Encourage participation in recreational, social, and community activities
• Support household management, cleanliness, and organization
• Assist with the successful transition into a new living environment
• Encourage healthy lifestyle choices and positive decision-making
• Model healthy boundaries, responsibility, and respectful relationships
• Collaborate with family members, professionals, and the individual's support team
• Promote independence while providing guidance where needed

About the Individual

The individual is able to:

• Complete personal hygiene and grooming independently
• Dress independently
• Prepare basic meals
• Complete laundry and household cleaning tasks
• Manage many daily living activities with minimal support

Areas where support is beneficial include:

• Daily structure and routines
• Appointment planning and coordination
• Community participation and engagement
• Household organization and responsibility management
• Transitioning into a new home environment
• Healthy lifestyle choices and community involvement

About You

You are a patient, dependable, and positive individual who is passionate about supporting others to achieve their goals. You enjoy living an active lifestyle, participating in community activities, and creating a welcoming home environment. You demonstrate professionalism, strong boundaries, and the ability to build supportive relationships based on trust and respect.

Requirements

Applicant Requirements

• Male roommate preferred
• Couples may also be considered
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License
• Reliable vehicle with a minimum of $2,000,000 liability insurance
• Strong professional boundaries
• Positive role model
• Ability to provide transportation support
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary support team

Home Environment

The home must:

• Be located in NorthWest Calgary
• Be free of children residing in the home
• Provide a safe, stable, and structured living environment
• Pass a New Age Services home assessment
• Have a legal basement suite (if applicable)

Preferred Home Environment

• Dog-friendly household
• Active and community-oriented lifestyle
• Consistent household routines and structure

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or Certificate in Human Services, Disability Studies, Social Services, or a related field
• Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience in human services
• Intermediate computer skills
• Current Emergency First Aid and CPR Level A Certification
• Ability to make reasonable home modifications when required
• Successful completion of a home assessment and home visit
• Home insurance and Commercial Liability Insurance

Experience and Knowledge Considered an Asset

• Supporting individuals with FASD
• Criminal justice system involvement
• Substance use and recovery supports
• Harm Reduction approaches
• Positive Behaviour Supports
• Mental health support
• Community inclusion and independent living supports

Preferred Requirements

• Medication administration experience
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) training
• Abuse Prevention Response Protocol (APRP) training
• Positive Behaviour Supports training
• Mental health-related training
• Additional certifications and experience supporting individuals with complex needs