Community Support Worker

Shifts: Part-Time and Casual shifts

A day in the life of a Community Support Worker

Support individuals with tasks such as maintaining personal care.

Enable the individuals we support to increase their independence and give them a sense of achievement.

Meet with participants to determine their needs and help improve their quality of life.

What you can expect as a Community Support Worker

- Understanding of, and willingness to commit to person-centered thinking through agency values, mission, and vision
- Ensuring the rights and choices of the individuals we support are respected
- Interacting and building relationships with the individuals we support
- Participate and engage individuals in community inclusion activities
- Follow protocols, policies, and procedures
- Promote positive behavioral intervention strategies
- Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
- Recognize potential crisis/emergency situations, analyze the situation accurately, and develop strategies to deal with the situation
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position including personal care, light housekeeping, daily food preparation, and medication administration
- Stay calm and focused in stressful situations

Requirements

- Grade 12 or equivalent.
- Emergency First Aid with CPR Level C certification
- TB Test




- Criminal Record Check clearance from the BC Criminal Records Review Program
- Valid Class 4 BC Driver’s Licence is required.

Qualifications

- Graduation from a recognized related program such as the Community Support Worker Program or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience preferred
- Experience with FASD, ADHD, OCD, autism spectrum, aggressive, challenging, and self-harming behaviour considered an asset
- Experience in a medical setting with G/J-tube and/or trach care knowledge an asset
- Experience supporting individuals with complex medical needs is an asset
- Ability to work with challenging behaviours
- Ability to promote positive behavioural intervention strategies
- Ability to follow the Risk Assessments and apply all Safety Plans/ Behaviour Support Strategies
- NVCI or SIVA training an asset
- MANDT training is an asset

Advantages

- Wages range from $25.95 to $29.76 for regular shifts, depending on site and experience
- Comprehensive benefits package for permanent positions over 20 hours per week
- May be eligible to participate in Municipal Pension Plan
- Family and team-oriented activities throughout the year including BBQs and special events
- Training, education, and advancement opportunities

Work Location

In person

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