Community Living Services Part Time Kamloops, BC $27.53 - $31.57 CAD per hour
Home Support or Health Care Aide Certificate
Minimum one (1) year related experience working with individuals with diverse abilities and varying complex needs
Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License
A safe driving record (abstract)
Own reliable vehicle insured with Business Use/ $5 Million third-party liability. (reimbursement provided)
Physical requirements of the job include supporting individuals in wheelchairs, or walkers, lifting, transferring, using lifts appropriately, pushing, pulling, bending, and assisting clients safely in and out of vehicles, etc. (Necessary on-the-job training is provided to ensure the safety of the participant and worker.)
Following training is required and provided to the successful candidate free of charge. Existing certification is an asset: CPR-C, Mandt-RC, Protected Food Handling, Medication Management, CLBC Privacy, Abuse and Neglect Awareness training, Anti-Bullying, and Harassment.
This position requires Union membership and 1.8% union dues are deducted from each pay.
Background checks through the BC Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General and RCMP are required.
BENEFITS
COMPENSATION: $27.53-$31.57 per hour (Grid 10 as per collective agreement)
Vacation accrual at 3 weeks per year (6%) and a stat holiday bank (6% of worked hours).
Fully paid job requirement training and opportunities for professional development
Interior Community Services is a Municipal Pension Plan (MPP) employer. Temporary part-time employees' entitlement to MPP is determined after 2 years of continuous service in the role. If the candidate is already a contributing member,
then enrollment is on hire.
Up to 5 days/year of fully paid sick leave available for use after 90 days in the position
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Wage increases with every 2000 hrs. of seniority, up until Step 4
Community involvement and wellbeing activities
Priority as an internal candidate for future job vacancies
ABOUT THE JOB
The Home Support Worker supports individuals with diverse abilities in their homes with personal care, hygiene, and household duties. The main responsibilities include:
Monitors the overall well-being of the individual and reports any changes
Provides personal care, including feeding, grooming, personal hygiene, etc.
Monitors and administers medication, as directed following agency procedures
Manages household duties such as laundry, shopping, housekeeping, etc.
Provides life skills support and development
Fosters healthy eating habits through planning and preparing meals.
Transports individuals to appointments and other places
Implements the agency's health and safety standards while working with the individuals
Ensures that the individuals' behavioral plans are followed
Collaborates with other professionals, co-workers, and supervisors
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, and ABILITIES
Demonstrated knowledge and strong abilities to:
Interact effectively and build rapport with individuals with diverse abilities
Recognize,
analyze, and deal effectively and proactively with difficult behaviours
Handle crisis situations effectively using appropriate interventions
Work independently and as a member of a team
Problem-solve effectively and make ethical decisions
Document and report information in written format
Manage conflicts effectively and maintain positive working relationships with all parties involved
Provide person-centered services in a professional and creative way
Advocate for people with diverse abilities within the community
Show utmost care for the confidentiality and privacy of information
JOB NUMBER:
2026-118
PROGRAM:
Community Living Services - Home Support
STATUS:
Part Time
HOURS of WORK:
18 hours per week
SCHEDULE:
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, Daytime schedule
COMPENSATION:
$27.53-$31.57 per hour (Grid 10 as per collective agreement)
CLOSING DATE:
Position closes when a suitable candidate is found
If you need any accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, contact us at
[email protected]. This information will be kept confidential.
ICS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, visible or invisible diverse abilities, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or, citizenship or immigration status. Where bona fide occupational requirements limit the applicant selection, the burden of proof rests with the Employer.
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📌 Home Support Worker - (2026-118) (British Columbia)
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