Community Housing Support Worker
Location : Parksville
Position Type : Full Time Hourly (Awake Overnight)
Schedule : Friday - Saturday (8 pm - 8 am) & Sunday - Monday (10pm - 6am)
Wage : $24.41 - $27.89 per hour
Why Join Us? We are growing our team and introducing new shift rotations designed to create additional opportunities for employees while supporting the continued growth of our services.
Bonaventure Support Services is a dynamic and expanding agency supporting adults, youth, and children with diverse abilities across Vancouver Island. Our focus is person-centred care, dignity, safety, and inclusion, encouraging full participation in community life. We're proud of our compassionate, collaborative culture where employees and supported individuals alike can grow and thrive. As a Community Housing Support Worker, you'll support adults, youth and children with diverse abilities to live meaningful, connected lives both at home and in the community.
This role goes beyond daily living, it's about building trust, fostering inclusion, and creating opportunities for people to thrive. You'll work under the guidance of a Program Manager and as part of a supportive team, providing care, mentorship, and advocacy for some of the most vulnerable individuals in our community.
The Role As a Community Housing Support Worker, you will:
Support youth with daily living activities including health, nutrition, recreation, personal care, and community participation
Assist with developing life skills that promote dignity, independence, and quality of life




Apply positive behavioral strategies and crisis intervention techniques, recognizing behavior as communication
Collaborate with families, community partners (MCFD, CLBC, VIHA, Behavior Consultants, etc.), and your team to provide holistic care
Ensure health, safety, and wellbeing are always maintained
Build strong, respectful relationships with the people you support, their families, and your colleagues
What You Bring We’re seeking individuals who combine skill with compassion. To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:
Diploma or Degree in Social Services, Community Support Work, or equivalent experience
Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
Experience supporting individuals with diverse abilities (preferred)
Ability to work independently and remain calm in high-stress situations
Personal suitability to foster dignity, independence, and individuality
Requirements Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License, and personal vehicle.
RCMP Criminal Record Check & MCFD Hub Screening (employer facilitated).
First Aid with CPR, Food Safe Level 1.
3 reference letters (including one from your most recent employer).
Immunization record, TB Screen, and Physician’s Declaration.
What We Offer Progressive vacation entitlement, starting at 2 weeks
RRSP contribution program
Extended health, dental, and life insurance coverage
Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

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📌 Community Housing Support Worker - Youth Full Time (M) Parksville, BC (British Columbia)
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