Hollyburn Family Services, recognized as a Great Place to Work TM Canada, embodies a commitment to serve, nurture, honour, and lead. Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families? We believe in providing every employee the chance to build on their strengths, to discover new skills and to develop their career path with us. If you're ready to take your next career step with us, check out the opportunity below.POSITION SUMMARYThe CommunityInclusion Worker is responsible for the overall well-being of the client, while developing social, employment, and community skills. Community Inclusion Workers act with a client-first mentality to ensure the client's needs are met at all times and the safety of the client is of first priority.QUALIFICATIONSCertifications: First Aid and CPR certificate (we can train those you require this)Violence Prevention Training will be provided upon startMust demonstrate clear, direct, and qualified verbal and written English communication skillsMust demonstrate experience with client goal setting and attainment, personal scheduling, and time managementMust demonstrate ability to model appropriate behavior to clients, such as professionalism, ethical judgment personal integrity, self-awareness and positive social interaction, in order to obtain volunteer workMust demonstrate a strong sense of personal boundaries and ability to enforce those boundaries respectfully with client and caregiversMust demonstrate the ability to relate supportively to a person with developmental disabilities and/or mental health issuesMust demonstrate knowledge of different augmented communication approaches such as PECS, ASL,



or communication technology or as appropriate for the clientMust be able to support clients in a small groupMust be able to work effectively and collaboratively with community resources and within a team settingMust demonstrate resourcefulness to seek out appropriate support for client, caregivers, and/or selfMust be able to pass a Criminal Record CheckClass 5 driver's license and personal vehicle an assetDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESEvaluation & Decision MakingUsing resources appropriately (budget, time, mileage, etc.)Making decisions that align with client goals, needs, and organization policies and procedures, and displaying ability to work autonomouslyMaintaining a calm, patient, and respectful demeanor during times of client escalation or challenging situationsRescheduling activities to best suit in the moment client needsResearching and developing resources/supports/activities to best meet client needs by actively taking initiativeClient SpecificAdministering medication and/or client supports according to client support plansEncouraging, inspiring, and mentoring social relational skills, employment skills, and appropriate behaviors while engaging with community as a role model to the clientCompleting any documentation relating to the clients progress as requested by the client, caregiver, team, and/or SupervisorCultivating and sustaining a mutually trusting relationship with client, caregiver, team, and communitySupporting client to cultivate his/her own relationships,



while cultivating and sustaining a mutually trusting relationship with client, caregiver, team, and communityWorking together with home share caregiver and client to creatively design options base on client preferences, affinities, and suitabilityCommunicationAdvocating for the client to the appropriate party and actively seeking support to achieve client needsEngaging in continuous communication with the client's team, which may be inclusive of doctors, paraprofessionals, home share, supervisor, and other Community Inclusion WorkersMaintaining accurate records of client progress, setbacks, behaviours, and needs, and communicating these records in a timely manner to the Supervisor or other necessary partiesOtherAttending/being available for team meetings when requestedAttending supervision meetings as requestedCompleting and submitting all reports, updates, and incident reports within assigned deadlinesWORKING CONDITIONSPreferably Monday-Friday 10am-4pm but can be flexible/casual if preferred. In person.Because we know our team is our heart and our most important asset, we are excited to offer:Hands-on, extensive, and continuous trainingProfessional development and advancement within our ever-growing organization100% employer premium paidextended health, dental, vision care, and life insurance for you and your dependentsPaid vacation,wellness days, and sick daysGroup RRSP matching of up to 6% of gross salaryTuition reimbursement andsubsidies for professional development(e.G. conferences, seminars, courses)And more!We thank all candidates for applying; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted for interviews. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada to be considered.

📌 Community Inclusion Worker (Gibsons)
🏢 Hollyburn Family Services
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