ECHO Society

03/19/2026

JOIN OUR ECHO TEAM!!

ECHO Disability Services is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Worker to support individuals with disabilities in Whitecourt.

Flexible Schedule:
Looking for flexible applicants that have availability for days, evenings or weekends as needed.

Requirements:
Previous experience supporting individuals with cognitive disabilities or a Health Care Aid background is an asset.

Pre-Employment Conditions:
Standard First Aid CPR/AED Certificate, clear Vulnerable Sector Check, Class 5 Driver's License, Driver's Abstract, Reliable vehicle (willing to transport individuals in your own vehicle).

How to Apply:
Submit your resume to:
Natalie Jendrick - HR/Office Administrator
Email: echosoc@telus.net
In person: 4812-50 Avenue, Whitecourt
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Contact Us: (780) 778-2660 ext. 0

We appreciate your interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Become a part of our team and make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities!

03/13/2026

Another successful lunch in the books for our Echo group! 🌟

We're celebrating a milestone - our first full year of our Mid Month Munch!

Every month, we come together with clients and support staff to celebrate achievements, community happenings, and the dedication of our amazing team. These lunches are about inclusion, social interaction, and having fun together.

A huge thank you to our lunch sponsors, starting with March's sponsor, a friend who kicked off this incredible trend. We're grateful to our friends, companies, and community partners for making this possible. Your contributions are helping our clients shine!

We're loving the growing community involvement and can't wait to share more about our activities and adventures. If you're interested in becoming a lunch sponsor or have door prizes to donate, reach out to us! The door prizes add an extra layer of fun.

Thanks from all of us at Echo for your support!

03/10/2026

JOIN OUR ECHO TEAM!!

ECHO Disability Services is looking to fill a temporary position (maternity leave for one year) in Mayerthorpe, Alberta. This is a 24-hour Residential program that provides support to one individual with a brain injury.

Flexible Schedule:
Applicants must be able to work 24-hour shifts (16 wake, 8 sleep) and be flexible with scheduling (minimum one shift, maximum two shifts per week.

Opportunity for Growth:
This position has potential to move into permanent half-time one shift per week.

Requirements:
• Health Care Aid Certificate or greater equivalency (LPN, nursing background)
• Applicants must possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word
• Physically fit and able to assist individual with bathing/showering

Job Duties:
• Assist with personal care and hygiene
• Assist with supporting medical professional recommendations
• Daily Life Skills and household routines
• Daily transportation is required using the individuals’ vehicle
• Commitment to training and skill development (Brain Injury training, Trauma Informed Care, etc.) as required

Pre-Employment Conditions:
Standard First Aid CPR/AED Level C, clear Vulnerable Sector Check, Class 5 Driver's License, Driver's Abstract, Reliable vehicle (willing to transport individuals in your own vehicle).

How to Apply:
Submit your resume to:
Natalie Jendrick - HR/Office Administrator
Email: echosoc@telus.net
In person at 4812-50 Avenue, Whitecourt
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Application Deadline: March 31, 2026

Contact Us:
Phone: (780) 778-2660 ext. 0

We appreciate your interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Become a part of our team and make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities!

03/05/2026

We want to give a special thank you to the Whitecourt Wolverines for inviting us to participate in the 50/50 jackpot at their game on February 14th!

Our clients, our support team members, and our families had an amazing time at the action-packed game! We are so grateful to be part of the Wolverines community.

Your team's support is truly outstanding, and we appreciate you always making us feel included in the action.

I had the privilege of selling 50/50 tickets, and it was great to see so many familiar faces and meet new ones. I was able to thank many of you personally for your support, but I want to say it again: thank you! Your contributions help our clients at ECHO Disability Services see their abilities and achieve their goals.

A special shout out to Wyatt Zieger, the voice of the Wolverines, and Elliott Pratt #33 – Goalie for taking the time to visit our office and present us with a cheque for $1273.20 - you made our day!

Way to go, ECHO! We're so proud to be part of this community.

Follow us on Facebook to see what we're up to and what adventures we go on next!

Karen Killen; Executive Director ECHO Society and our entire team

03/05/2026

We want to give a BIG shoutout to our amazing clients who volunteer at the Community Lunch Box (CLB)! They're valued members of our community, and their hard work hasn't gone unnoticed.

A huge thank you to the CLB team for providing our clients with this incredible opportunity. We're very happy to share that Jered, Jake, Kevin, Quinn, and Vanessa were recognized with awards for their outstanding contributions and commitment.

We're told our clients bring a positive approach and take pride in their work, helping make the CLB shine!

A special thank you to Chair Tara Baker and the entire CLB team for welcoming, including, and inspiring our individuals to be their best selves. We're grateful for your support!

Let's celebrate our clients’ achievements and the impact they're making in our community!

To our friends at the CLB, you are all true community champions.

With gratitude,

Karen Killen; Executive Director and our team at here at ECHO

02/13/2026

Huge shoutout to our outstanding February team members!

Natalie, our scheduling wizard, juggles so many moving parts as a team lead - she's got a hundred plates spinning and somehow keeps everything running smoothly! Her dedication, adaptability, and kind personality make her a rockstar!

Evelyn, our 24-hour resident program team lead, brings the heat with her spicy personality and goes above and beyond for her team and ECHO. Her hard work doesn't go unnoticed.

Thanks, Nat and Evelyn, for all you do! Stay tuned to see who's next on our page as our monthly star ⭐️

02/13/2026

Huge shoutout to our amazing team! Brooke, our Program Coordinator, and Cristina, Support Staff.
You both made Valentine's Day special for our clients with a fun craft session, yummy treats, and quality time together.
Thanks to everyone who pitched in to make it happen and tidy up afterwards.
Proud to work with such an awesome team at ECHO!

02/13/2026

A huge thank you to our February lunch sponsor, Dan Jobin and family!

We got to enjoy delicious Subway sandwiches and, more importantly, quality time with our peers and clients. Your generosity made it possible for us to gather, connect, and celebrate social inclusion.

We're grateful for your support, our monthly lunches are a hit with everyone involved!

🙌 Thanks again, Dan and family, for making it happen! 😊"

Karen Killen and the entire Echo Team

02/03/2026

JOIN OUR ECHO TEAM!!

ECHO Disability Services is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Worker to support individuals with disabilities in Whitecourt. This Casual position is for our Day Program providing direct support(s), relief for sick leave, vacation, team meetings and training.

Flexible Schedule: Applicants must be flexible to work any day Monday through Friday (9am - 5pm).

Opportunity for Growth: This position may lead to permanent in the future.

Requirements: Previous experience supporting individuals with cognitive disabilities. A Health Care Aid or medical background is an asset. Pre-Employment Conditions: Standard First Aid CPR/AED Level C, clear Vulnerable Sector Check, Class 5 Driver's License, Driver's Abstract, Reliable vehicle (willing to transport individuals in your own vehicle).

How to Apply: Submit your resume to: Natalie Jendrick - HR/Office Administrator Email: echosoc@telus.net In person at 4812-50 Avenue, Whitecourt Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Contact Us: Phone: (780) 778-2660 ext. 0

We appreciate your interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Become a part of our team and make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities!

02/02/2026

A HUGE thank you to our Program Coordinator, Brooke, for organizing an informative Presentation Luncheon Learn last week! 😊

We had the pleasure of hosting Tyler Madden, with his law enforcement background, put on an informative presentation on scammers. 🚨

Tyler shared invaluable insights on spotting scams, from pesky phone calls to fake online accounts. We learned how to avoid getting caught in the "you've won a trip" trap, and how to spot fake Amazon and Canada Post messages. He even shed light on catfishing and how to stay safe online.

It was super interactive, the clients and our team had tons of great questions! 🙌 We all left feeling more aware and equipped to tackle those scammers.

Thanks again to Tyler for sharing his expertise and to our Program Coordinator for making it happen! 🙏 We're all looking forward for more Luncheon Learns in the future 🤩

01/29/2026

A HUGE shoutout to Canfor for their amazing donation of $2500 to ECHO Society! 😊 We're blown away by their generosity and support!

This incredible gift will give our clients the freedom to explore their passions, try new things, and reach their full potential. From group adventures to individual pursuits, we're excited to see the impact this will have.

A massive thank you from all of us at ECHO - our clients, team members, and senior leadership team. You guys rock, Canadian Forest Products Ltd.! 🙏

Stay tuned to our page for updates on our adventures, events, and stories!

Karen Killen; Executive Director and the entire ECHO team.

01/26/2026

Valentine's Day is coming early! 😊 We've been selected as the recipients of the Whitecourt Wolverines 50-50 draw on February 14! 🎉

Get your tickets now and support our organization while cheering on our Wolverines!

🗓️ Draw will be made on game day, Saturday, February 14th
👉 Tickets on sale now!
Here is the direct link to the Rafflebox page where you can purchase tickets: https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/wctwolverinesfeb142026 .
Support us and get in on the 50-50 action!

We'll be volunteering at the game and cheering on our team - come join us for a fun night of hockey and community spirit! 😍

Share with your friends, family, and co-workers! Good luck to all who buy tickets, and THANK YOU for supporting our ongoing and community engagement and ECHO team!

Hope to see you at the game!

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