Community Housing Support Worker Location: Parksville
Position Type: Casual hourly
Schedule: Casual/On call
Wage: $25.14 - $28.73 per hour
Why Join Us? At Bonaventure Support Services, we believe every person deserves to live with dignity, independence, and inclusion. As a Community Housing Support Worker, you'll help youth with diverse abilities thrive at home and in the community by providing compassionate, person-centered support. This role is about more than daily living—it’s about creating opportunities for connection, growth, and belonging.
Working under the guidance of the Program Manager and alongside a supportive team, you'll play an essential role in helping people achieve their goals, participate fully in community life, and build meaningful relationships.
The Role As a Community Housing Support Worker, you will:
Support youth with daily living activities including health, nutrition, recreation, personal care, and community participation
Assist with developing life skills that promote dignity, independence, and quality of life
Apply positive behavioral strategies and crisis intervention techniques, recognizing behavior as communication
Collaborate with families, community partners (MCFD, CLBC, VIHA, Behavior Consultants, etc.), and your team to provide holistic care
Ensure health, safety,



and wellbeing are always maintained
Build robust, respectful relationships with the people you support, their families, and your colleagues
What You Bring We're seeking individuals who combine skill with compassion. To succeed in this role, you'll bring:
Diploma or Degree in Social Services, Community Support Work, or equivalent experience
Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
Experience supporting individuals with diverse abilities (preferred)
Ability to work independently and remain calm in high-stress situations
Personal suitability to foster dignity, independence, and individuality
Requirements Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License, and personal vehicle.
RCMP Criminal Record Check & MCFD Hub Screening (employer facilitated).
First Aid with CPR, Food Safe Level 1.
3 reference letters (including one from your most recent employer).
Immunization record, TB Screen, and Physician's Declaration.
What We Offer Progressive vacation entitlement, starting at 2 weeks
RRSP contribution program
Extended health, dental, and life insurance coverage
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

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📌 Community Housing Support Worker - Youth Casual (L) (British Columbia)
🏢 Bonaventure Support Services
📍 British Columbia