Social Experience Guide

Autism Aspergers Friendship Society • Part-time • Calgary, Alberta, Canada • from C$ 18 / hour • 8h ago

About our organization:

The Autism Aspergers Friendship Society of Calgary ("AAFS") is a vibrant community organization that provides social and recreational programs for individuals with autism or who identify as being on the spectrum. We are located on Treaty 7 territory (Mohkinstsis/Calgary) and create spaces where everyone belongs.

Position Overview:

We’re looking for passionate and committed individuals to join our team as Social Experience Guides. This role is perfect for someone who values building meaningful connections and supporting neurodivergent community members in their social journey.

What You’ll be Doing:

Facilitate social and recreational activities in our various programs (AAFSter School, LAAFS, Adult, and Summer programs, etc.).
Create safe spaces for social exploration and relationship building.
Contribute to program planning and development.
Support participants in developing social thinking and life skills.
Ultimately, we want you to experience the fun along with our members.

What Makes You Great for This Role:

Personal or professional experience with neurodiversity (lived experience is valued!)
Passion for creating inclusive spaces and building community.
The ability to adjust communication styles to meet different needs.
Commitment to ongoing learning and growth.
Team-oriented mindset with strong collaboration skills.

We Value:

Diverse perspectives and experiences
Creative problem-solving approaches
Authentic relationship building
Understanding of neurodivergent experiences
A commitment to unconditional acceptance, inclusivity and respect for our members, staff, and work environment.

Benefits:

Competitive compensation
Access to Employee Family Assistance Program ("EFAP")
Supportive team environment
Professional development opportunities
Meaningful work making real community impact
Flexible scheduling options

Location:

South Clubhouse: 8228 MacLeod Trail SE, Unit 220. However, we host many activities in the community.

Qualifications:

Must be 18+ years old.
You must possess a Valid Class 5 Alberta driver’s licence with a clean record, plus 3 years of uninterrupted vehicle insurance and no at-fault accidents.
Currently enrolled in a human service course or degree stream; this role is ideal for your work experience! While not required, "this is a nice-to-have"
Clean Police Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Intervention Record Check.

All offers are contingent on providing a clean Police Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search and a clear Intervention Record Check, in addition to final approval from our insurer.

AAFS is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all neurotypes, backgrounds, and experiences.

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