POSITION SUMMARY: The Community Outreach Worker will work 1-1 with individuals, focusing on promoting skill development and providing individual supports out in the community. This position provides support to individuals for tasks, such as: using public transportation, financial management, general household management, relationship building, community connections and supporting the development of ongoing supports.

*SHIFTS: There is a full-time and part-time opening:

Full Time:

36 hours/week(including evenings and weekends) - on a flexible schedule to accommodate the availability of the people supported. Your schedule will be developed in consultation with your supervisor.

Part Time:

36 hours/week(including evenings and weekends) - on a versatile schedule to accommodate the availability of the people supported, with primary working days being Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays. Your schedule will be developed in consultation with your supervisor.

*May be required to work Statutory Holidays.

LOCATIONS:





various locations in the Tri-Cities and surrounding communities

QUALIFICATIONS:

Diploma in Human Services or Community Support Worker or equivalent

Class 5 Drivers License and required to use own vehicle

Community Care First Aid/CPR/NVCI, Food Safe Certificate

Maintain Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check clearance throughout employment

Knowledge and experience in the facilitation of the Person Centered Planning Process, positive behavioral support techniques, and skills-based training

Knowledge and ability to use augmentative communication, strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to interact effectively with individuals and families

Experience assisting people with support needs related to developmental disabilities and/or adaptive functioning

Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends

This position requires BCGEU union membership

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📌 Community Outreach Worker - Full Time & Part Time (Kamloops)
🏢 Kinsight Society
📍 Kamloops