About Us

Spectrum Society supports adults with developmental disabilities to live meaningful, connected lives in their communities, alongside their families, friends, and support networks.

What We Provide

- Competitive wages based on experience and qualifications
- Thorough, practical training to set you up for success
- Group benefits for permanent employees working 20+ hours per week, including extended health, dental, MSP, and MPP
- Opportunities to participate in annual community events organized by Spectrum Society
- A supportive environment that values ongoing learning, career development, and internal growth

Position Overview We are seeking an additional team member to complement SB’s established and long-standing support team. SB is enjoyable to work with, which has contributed to her strong, stable staff group. She shares her home with a roommate and a cat and values a lifestyle that blends fun, calm moments, and healthy activities. Her interests include movies, theatre, and sailing, among others.

SB primarily communicates quietly and uses a picture-based communication book, as well as eye movement and body language, to express her needs. While learning her communication style takes some time, it becomes very intuitive once familiar.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide full personal care support, including assistance with transfers using a ceiling lift




- Support SB with feeding tube care
- Accompany SB to appointments and community activities as needed
- Participate in all required training (provided by Spectrum Society)

Compensation

- Community Support Worker (CSW): $26–$28.25 per hour

Probationary Period

- 3 months

Driver’s License Requirement

- Valid Class 4 Driver’s License (or willingness to obtain)

***Spectrum Society for Community Living will cover all costs related to obtaining or renewing a Class 4 license, including ICBC fees, medical exam costs, and up to three hours of paid driving instruction to prepare for the road test.

Skills and Experience

- Experience supporting individuals who experience anxiety
- Ability to encourage participation, motivation, and engagement in meaningful activities
- Comfortable using basic computer programs such as email, Word, and internet tools

Expected hours of work: Saturdays, 8am to 6:30pm

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00-$28.25 per hour

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Application question(s):
- Are you available for the hours listed in the job posting (Saturday 8AM to 630PM)?

Licence/Certification:
- BC Drivers License (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Community Support Worker (Champlain Heights) (Vancouver)
🏢 Spectrum Society for Community Living
📍 Vancouver