Position Type: Casual Part-time (hours: may range from 15to 30 hours a week)Dates & Times: Available immediately (Shift times may take place weekdays or weekends, between 8am - 6pm (Max. 6 hours per day))Location: Various locations across the Lower Mainland (Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Coquitlam, etc.)Compensation: $25/hr + 10% in lieu of benefits ($27.50/hr)Position PurposeThe Employment Support Worker will be responsible for overseeing the onsite development of Autistic participants enrolled in CAN-Skills Training Employment Program (CAN-STEP) during their work experience placements. The successful applicant may be supporting between 1-3 participants at a time.CAN-STEP ProgramThe CAN Skills Training Employment Program (CAN-STEP) empowers Autistic youth and adults ages 16+ with skills training and work experience to prepare them for successful employment. Over the course of 11 weeks, participants receive classroom training (5 or less weeks) and work experience (6 weeks or 120 hours) opportunities in the Lower Mainland. The CAN-STEP program will be offered with a focus on entry-level positions in the Hospitality industry.About Canucks Autism NetworkCanucks Autism Network (CAN) provides programs for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families, while promoting acceptance and inclusion through community engagement and training initiatives across BC and beyond. CAN has been the successful recipient of a contract with the Opportunities Fund by the Government of Canada. With OPPS funding, we have launched the CAN Skills Training Employment Program (CAN_STEP), designed to support Autistic youth by providing training and work experience in growing industries.CAN-STEP is delivered in a group-based cohort model,



with a strong focus on providing participants with the skills and certification necessary to achieve employment.Key FunctionsProviding direct supports to participants during their work experience placements at the employers' worksitesAdapting job duties to suit the participants' capabilities in the workplace by implementing strategies such as using visual supports and hands on demonstrations, with the intention of participants achieving mastery over their work tasksProviding guidance to participants in navigating the workplace culture, interacting with their employer/co-workers, asking for help when needed, and successfully completing job tasks and dutiesImplementing long term supports and strategies to help participants transition to working independently over timeFollow recommendations and teaching strategies provided by the Work Experience CoordinatorCommunicate with the CAN-STEP Employment Team for immediate needs and supportsProvide onsite support and training to employers on how to best support participants in their job role/dutiesProvide positive and constructive feedback to participantsReports and make observational notes on the CAN-STEP participant communication platform (weekly communication log)QualificationsMust be 18 years of age or olderOver 2 years of experience supporting individuals on the Autism spectrumEducation in related field or knowledge in career counselling, social services, or adult learning an assetExperience supporting Autistic individuals in employment settings is an asset, but not necessaryValid BC Driver's license (an asset)Experience working in Canucks Autism Network programs preferred, but not requiredConsent to a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector CheckKey Skills & AbilitiesPatient, enthusiastic, cooperative, and adaptablePassionate about Canucks Autism Network and its values and visionStrong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skillsStrong teaching skillsAbility to model skills and provide feedbackStrong knowledge of behaviour support strategiesStrong ability to problem-solveAbility to maintain confidential informationHigh degree of professionalism: able to represent CAN brand and interact with members and the publicWillingness to travel around the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley

📌 Employment Support Worker (Vancouver)
🏢 Canucks Autism Network Society
📍 Vancouver