31 Aug
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Inclusion Langley Society
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Langley
31 Aug
Inclusion Langley Society
Langley
POSITION TITLE: Community Support Worker – Community Inclusion - Youth Services
POSTING DATE: August 25, 2026
POSTING CLOSE DATE: September 1, 2026
STATUS: Temporary Part time
HOURS/WEEK: 30 hours per week
EMPLOYEE GROUP: Union (BCGEU)
SALARY RANGE: $27.53-31.57/ Hourly
POSITION VACANCIES: 1
POSTING LOCATION: Internal/External
Inclusion Langley Society is a leading non-profit organization providing services and support to children, youth and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Langley and surrounding communities. Established in 1959, the Society delivers a comprehensive range of community-based programs that support over 3,000 individuals annually in achieving greater independence, inclusion and quality of life. We are committed to providing high-quality, person-centered support while fostering a respectful, collaborative, and inclusive workplace that values the contributions of our employees.
Position Overview
The Community Support Worker – Community Inclusion provide individualized, 1:1 community‑based support to persons with developmental disabilities. This role focuses on promoting independence, skill development, and meaningful community participation using person centered and strength based approaches. The typical schedule is 30 hours/weekly between Monday to Friday, day shifts between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM, with flexibility required for occasional evenings and weekends based on program needs.
Reporting to the Program Supervisor, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality supports by assisting with the implementation and ongoing review of personalized plans, promoting health and safety, and supporting access to community-based opportunities. Through your work, you will help create an environment where individuals are empowered, respected and supported to live meaningful and fulfilling lives.
The successful candidate will be able to work effectively in potentially high‑stress environments and apply positive behavioural support strategies and evidence‑based behavioural management principles to support safety, emotional regulation,
and positive outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 community‑based supports aligned with individual service plans.
- Support participation in community, social, and recreational activities.
- Implement positive behavioural support and behaviour management strategies.
- Respond appropriately to challenging situations while maintaining safety and professionalism.
- Complete required documentation and follow organizational policies.
Qualifications
- Diploma in Community Social Services or a related field; A combination of experience and education will be considered.
- Minimum one year of direct support experience with individuals with developmental disabilities, including those with complex medical or behavioural needs.
- Strong understanding of community inclusion, person‑centered practices, and positive behaviour support strategies (training in behavioural intervention is an asset).
- Experience supporting individuals in community‑based settings is an asset.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and time‑management skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to remain professional, compassionate, and calm in high‑stress situations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to follow prescribed lifting, transferring, and behaviour support techniques.
- Flexibility to work varied shifts based on individual needs.
Additional Position Information
- This role is designated for Male applicant only, in accordance with bona fide occupational requirements.
- The service is co‑managed collaboratively by the individual’s family and organizational leadership.
- The successful candidate will be able to work effectively in potentially high‑stress environments, applying Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) strategies and evidence‑based behavioural management practices to promote skill development, independence, and meaningful participation in the community.
- Strong communication skills are essential, with the ability to engage respectfully and effectively with supported individuals, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Flexibility in scheduling is required, including the ability to transition between individuals and other Community Inclusion services as operational needs evolve.
- This position is temporary with an anticipated end date of June 30, 2027. Please note that this end date is tentative and may be amended based on operational and organizational needs.
Requirements
- This role requires the incumbent to undergo a Police Information Check (PIC), and a Vulnerable Sector Check by the Ministry of Justice.
- Valid Class 5 Driver's License and access to a personal vehicle (Class 4 an asset).
- Valid Intermediate First Aid.
- Valid MANDT (Technical Level).
Why Work with ILS?
- Be part of a mission‑driven nonprofit making a real impact in the community
- A supportive and cooperative team environment
- Opportunities to build and strengthen your skills in a complex, multi‑program organization
How to Apply
Internal Applicants: please submit your RESUME and COVER LETTER by accessing your ADP profile > Myself > Talent and then select Career Centre.
External Applicants: please submit your RESUME and COVER LETTER through the careers link at Inclusionlangley.com/careers.
We thank all applicants for their interest in working with ILS. Due to the volume of applicants, only those qualified and shortlisted will be contacted.
We gratefully acknowledge that our work takes place on the traditional and unceded territories of the Máthxwi (Matsqui), qʼʷa:n̓ƛʼən ̓(Kwantlen), q̓icə̓ y̓(Katzie), and Semyome (Semiahmoo) First Nations where we live, learn, work and play.
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