PLEA Community Services is currently seeking a Regular Full time Community Support Worker for our Adult Services - Vancouver team located in Vancouver, BC. The proposed start date for this position is as soon as possible. The usual hours of work in this position are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9:00AM to 5:00PM, and Wednesday from 12:00PM to 8:00PM, based on 37.5 working hours per week.

Diploma in a related human/social services field The equivalencies for the Community Support Worker are: ~1 year of college education + 3 years of work experience; 0 years of college education + 5 years of work experience. PLEA is an accredited, charitable community services organization that has operated throughout BC for more than 40 years. We deliver community-based services and specialized supported homes to children, youth, adults and families facing significant challenges in their lives.

As a result, we have a strong reputation for helping those we serve to overcome the challenges they face and lead fulfilling lives. Participate in assessment, goal setting and program planning such as service plans for individuals. Evaluate client needs and develop short term plans to meet such needs with the active participation of participants and their families.

Assist participants to function more independently in their own homes and in the community. Assist participants with daily life skills, social skills and/or behaviour management. Teach and assist participants with activities such as grooming, basic cooking, money management, shopping, household safety, pet care.

Facilitate physical, recreational, educational, social and vocational activities. Recognize, analyze and deal with potential emergency situations such as participants' aggressive behaviour to minimize potential harm to the clients and/or the public. Assist the participants in self-administering medication in accordance with established policy.

Provide feedback and support to participants and/or their families. Identify social, economic, recreational, physical,



vocational and educational services in the community that will meet participants needs. Maintain liaison with other agencies, professionals, government officials and the community.

Demonstrated ability to encourage adults to participate in community activities and follow participant service plans. Demonstrated ability to be sensitive and understanding of individuals' social realities including issues of race, culture, religion, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, poverty and lifestyle. Demonstrated ability to be sensitive and understanding of individuals' social realities including issues of race, culture, religion, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, poverty and lifestyle.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, database systems and web-based conferencing tools. Eligibility to enroll in health/welfare benefits on the first day of the month following the completion of the probation period, including access to the annual physical activity fund (for fitness-related items or activities) and the annual education fund (to take part in career-related courses or training events). Enrollment in the Municipal Pension Plan, as per the plan's criteria.

Access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP): counselling support services and wellness resources for employees and their immediate family members.

Perkopolis membership: an exclusive discount program for a variety of products and services (clothes, furniture, dining, auto, events, etc.). Agency-Sponsored Social Events (i.e., summer barbecue, annual holiday party, and team days).

Satisfactory Criminal Record

Clearance. Must possess a valid Basic First Aid certificate (formerly OFA Level 1) or be willing to obtain one prior to hire. Must have access to a personal vehicle for work-related travel. This position requires travel in the Lower Mainland and the Fraser Valley.

Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 B.Driver's License and suitable driver's abstract/claims history. PLEA conducts primary source verification of applicant's credentials including education, training, work history, and licensure. #

📌 Temporary Full-Time Community Support Worker (Vancouver)
🏢 PLEA Community Services
📍 Vancouver