Overnight Awake Support – Stephenson House

Posted: January 26, 2026.

Closing: February 2, 2026.

Position: Overnight Awake Support – 16hrs/wk (Mon and Thurs nights	Start date: ASAP
Location: Daybreak – Stephenson House	Salary: $19.72-$25.63
Duration: Permanent	Responsible To: House Leader

L’Arche Daybreak is seeking a compassionate and responsible individual who is willing to work and live alongside individuals with and without developmental disabilities.  The successful applicant will belong to a community setting, learn new skills, and develop meaningful relationships. Assistants gain valuable life skills and opportunities for personal growth and leadership. More than a job, the overnight support role provides essential care and support to people in the overnight to ensure their comfort, safety and sense of security.

Stephenson House: located at 107 Stephenson Cr. Stephenson House is home to 4 women with developmental disabilities. Your hours would be 11pm-7am Monday and Thursday nights.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:  See Role Description for full details.

• Develop a positive, supportive and mutual relationship with individuals with developmental disabilities through sharing daily life together, which respects their history, choices, goals and needs.
• Collaborating with team members to ensure, that the physical, emotional, health and safety needs of individuals with developmental disabilities are met during the nighttime hours.
• Address needs that arise during the night ie medication, personal care, follow Behavioural Support Plan, manage crises that might arise.
• Remain awake, alert and responsive throughout your work hours

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Fluent in spoken and written English and able to effectively articulate thoughts and ideas
• Clear police check including vulnerable sector screening
• Valid CPR & First Aid certification
• Knowledgeable about L’Arche history, values and vision
• Ability to be flexible in approach and responsibilities
• Ability to remain calm, focused and clear in times of crisis
• Ability to take direction and follow-through on commitments in timely fashion
• Open to learn and grow; able to give and receive feedback
• Ability to directly address tensions in relationships

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