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At Shalem
Make a Difference
Every Day
Join us in creating a vibrant, compassionate, and welcoming community for older adults. At Shalem, meaningful relationships are at the heart of everything we do. Whether you're looking to volunteer, build a rewarding career, support a program, or share your talents, there are many ways to become part of our shared journey.
Volunteer With Us
Share your time and gifts. Enrich residents' lives through companionship, creativity, and connection.
Careers at Shalem
Purposeful work in a compassionate, collaborative environment. See our current openings.
Student Placements
Learn and grow with us through placements and practicums in seniors' care and aging services.
Share Your Time.
Share Your Gifts.
Volunteers enrich the lives of residents through companionship, creativity, and community connection. Whether you have an hour to share, a particular skill or passion, or simply a desire to be present with others, there is a place for you at Shalem.
Volunteer Opportunities
There are many ways to get involved, from friendly visiting and companionship to helping with group activities, cards and games, music, arts and crafts, gardening, spiritual care and worship, special events, and intergenerational programs. We welcome volunteers who bring their own interests, gifts, and ideas and are open to discovering new ways to contribute to community life.
Why Volunteer?
Volunteering at Shalem is an opportunity to build meaningful relationships, make a positive difference in the lives of older adults, and be part of a caring community. You may share a skill, discover a new passion, gain experience, or simply enjoy the gift of connection. In whatever way you choose to serve, your presence helps create a community where people can belong, flourish, and contribute.
Interested in Volunteering?
We would love to hear from you. Contact us at serve@shalem.ca to learn more about current volunteer opportunities and find a way to get involved that is meaningful to you.
Work That Matters
We believe exceptional care begins with exceptional people. We are committed to whole-person care, meaningful partnerships, and a culture of continuous learning and growth. If you are looking for purposeful work in a compassionate, collaborative environment where you can make a difference every day, Shalem is a place where you can belong, grow, and contribute.
Why Join Our Team?
At Shalem, your work is about more than a job—it is an opportunity to contribute to a community where people matter. You’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative team, build meaningful relationships with residents, and have opportunities to learn, grow, and bring your gifts to the work. We value the people who make Shalem what it is and strive to offer a work environment that is both rewarding and sustainable, with competitive compensation, benefits, and flexibility.
How to Apply
Browse our current opportunities below and apply by emailing your resume and cover letter to the address in each posting. We review applications on a rolling basis and would love to hear from you.
Current Opportunities
Part-TimeResident Care Attendant (RCA)
Location:
Calgary, AB
Location:
Position Overview
Resident Care Attendants provide flexible support across a variety of departments including:
- Front Desk Reception & Hospitality
- Resident Care & Family Support
- Dining & Food Services
- Recreation & Wellness
While responsibilities may vary depending on the area being supported during a shift, the heart of the role remains the same: contributing to a warm, welcoming, safe, and supportive community where residents feel known, valued, and cared for.
Here are some examples of what an RCA shift may include:
- Greeting residents and visitors at the front desk and assisting with questions or directions
- Answering phones and supporting basic administrative communication
- Serving coffee, snacks, or meals in the dining room and assisting residents during mealtimes
- Walking alongside a resident to an activity or wellness appointment
- Helping set up recreation programs, events, or social gatherings
- Creating posters, signs, or simple promotional materials for community events and activities using creativity and attention to visual detail
- Checking in with residents throughout the day and notifying team members of concerns or changes
- Supporting families with general questions and helping them feel welcomed in the community
Working alongside care, dining, housekeeping, recreation, and leadership teams to support daily operations
What You Will Bring
We are seeking individuals who demonstrate:
- A genuine care and respect for older adults
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Flexibility and willingness to support different departments
- A calm, positive, and team-oriented approach
- Initiative and attentiveness to resident needs
- Professionalism and confidentiality in all interactions
Qualifications & Experience
- Previous experience working in a senior living environment is required
- Health Care Aide (HCA) certification is considered an asset
- Experience in hospitality, recreation, dining services, or community support is an asset
- Computer literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel) and the ability to learn new software systems
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and tasks
Schedule & Availability
- Minimum guaranteed hours: 16 hours per week
- Must be available to work a variety of shifts, including:
- Days
- Evenings
- Weekends
- Night shifts
Additional hours may be available based on operational needs.
Why Work at Shalem?
At Shalem, we believe care is more than completing tasks — it is about creating meaningful human experiences. Our team works together to build a culture of dignity, compassion, collaboration, and belonging for both residents and staff.
If you are someone who enjoys variety, values relationships, and wants to make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to serve@shalem.ca
Learn and Grow with Us
We welcome students who are eager to learn, contribute, and gain meaningful experience in seniors’ care and aging services. A placement at Shalem offers an opportunity to connect classroom learning with real-world experience while building relationships with residents and learning alongside our staff and community.
Opportunities to Learn
We welcome students from a range of programs and disciplines, including nursing, health care, recreation, social work, physical therapy, active aging and fitness, administration, communications, and other fields connected to the well-being and flourishing of older adults. We are also open to exploring new opportunities where a student’s learning goals and Shalem’s community needs align.
Inquire About Placements
If you are looking for a placement or practicum where you can learn, contribute, and experience a different way of thinking about aging, we would love to hear from you. Contact us at serve@shalem.ca to inquire about current or potential placement opportunities.
The Lord is good and living in a Christian home is important to me!”
Hammy
Resident
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