Employment Opportunities

Why GSS?

A Vibrant and Growing Organization with a Caring History

For almost 60 years, The Good Samaritan Society has provided caring services in a wide variety of settings. The Society offers the opportunity to work in an environment that encourages our employees to make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and it is our belief that our staff are our most valuable asset.

The Good Samaritan Society…a Model of Compassion

From our first auxiliary hospital built in 1955, The Good Samaritan Society has grown to over 54 facilities and programs that serve more than 5,500 individuals. The Good Samaritan Society’s successful history has been built on values reflecting Christian Hospitality: healthy relationships, hospitable environments and servant leadership. Today as an employer of over 3,000 staff in 16 communities in Alberta and British Columbia, The Good Samaritan Society is one of the largest not-for-profit voluntary care providers in Canada.

The Society is also very unique in its’ diverse service as we provide programs in several care and support provision areas.

The Society receives all our clients with honour and respect and offers them the care and support they need. This can only be accomplished through the excellent work of our employees. Services are provided in a wide range of environments, including:

  • Alzheimer/Dementia Care Programs
  • Assisted living
  • Community short-stay/respite programs
  • Continuing/complex care
  • Corporate and administrative services
  • Day programs
  • Life Lease and seniors apartments
  • Out Patient Physiotherapy Clinic
  • Programs for Persons with Disabilities – 30 group homes, supportive roommate program and Friendship Centre;
  • Seniors’ Primary Health Clinic
  • Sub Acute care
  • TeleCare Emergency Response
  • Young Adult programs for persons with physical disabilities

The Good Samaritan Society is committed to and constantly strives to provide a quality of care and support that will enable the elderly and the physically and mentally challenged to experience an optimum quality of life. Security, independence and a sense of belonging are enjoyed by clients in Good Samaritan facilities and programs. As a leading service provider, The Good Samaritan Society has also played a key role in the development of new and innovative programs – programs which have become industry standards throughout Canada.

Our Diversity

Our numerous facilities and programs throughout Alberta and British Columbia make The Good Samaritan Society an environment rich in opportunity. Our staff members can build careers full of a wide range of experiences.

Another aspect of our diversity is the diversity of both clients and staff members. The Good Samaritan Society’s residents, clients, staff and volunteers represent a wide variety of cultural groups and ethnicities.

Our Staff Members

The Society employs approximately 3000 full time, part time and casual employees across Alberta and British Columbia in healthy and safe environments.

Our employees work within the full scope of practice relevant to their professional designation.

Our employees work in a teamwork focused environment.

Career Opportunities

The Good Samaritan Society offers a wide range of employment and career opportunities.

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • Competitive wages
  • Comprehensive benefits package. If a Good Samaritan employee works a regular part time position over 30 hours bi-weekly or has a full time position, they would qualify for our benefit plan. This plan offers medical and dental coverage for the employee and their immediate family. 
  • Vacation times starting at 3 weeks per year with flex days throughout the years for many employee groups
  • Wide variety of shifts available to accommodate individual needs/lifestyles
  • The opportunity to improve the quality of life for individuals and their families
  • Professional development opportunities that supports success on the job
  • Numerous locations providing opportunities to work in Alberta or British Columbia