Community Support Worker | Casual - #2167

Résumé du poste

Community Support Workers facilitate engaging, person-centered programs to help participants build essential life skills and achieve personal goals. They provide direct support for daily living activities, social interaction, and community-based recreational opportunities.

Détails du poste

Why choose just one reason when a job can offer it all—flexibility, purpose, and fun? At DDA, your work truly makes a difference. DDA’s Day Programs deliver engaging, supportive, and meaningful experiences for adults of all ages and abilities. Our inclusive, community-based programs empower participants to pursue their personal goals by building independence, forming genuine connections, and enhancing quality of life through hands-on social, recreational, and vocational activities. The Developmental Disabilities Association is looking for passionate Community Support Workers (CSWs) who are ready to inspire and empower others. CSWs play an essential role in helping participants build vital life skills—social, emotional, physical, vocational, recreational, and daily living—while supporting them to thrive through meaningful onsite and community-based opportunities. Job Title: Community Support Worker Location: Vancouver / Richmond Start Date: As soon as possible Term/Status: Casual / On-Call Hourly Wage: $28.46 - $31.57 + 10.6% in lieu of benefits What You’ll Do * Contribute to a welcoming, inclusive, and engaging program environment * Work along side team members to support participants with activities of daily living * Participate in the implementation and monitoring of individualized goal plans * Lead engaging, person-centered programs tailored to diverse abilities * Provide services through on-site, community and outreach-based activities WHAT WE OFFER: * Comprehensive on-the-job training * Opportunities for professional development * Active engagement within the community * A respectful and inclusive work environment Requirements/Education/Experience: * Degree or Diploma in an area directly related to supporting people with developmental disabilities, such as Social Sciences, Human Services, Therapeutic Recreation, or Education * 1 – 2 years of work experience with persons with disabilities * Must be able to safely support swim/water activities in community pools – includes entry into chlorinated water * Minimum availability of 2 shifts per week * Criminal Record Clearance * Medical Clearance * Valid First Aid/CPR * Class 5 Driver’s License and use of a vehicle for work, OR a Class 4 Unrestricted Driver’s License * Driver’s Abstract showing a good driving record * Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification * Demonstrated competency in English written and verbal communication * Basic computer literacy * Eligible to work in Canada * Requires physical strength, good balance, mobility, and endurance for recreational activities * Position involves assisting clients with personal care needs Training is provided for: Client personal care & Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification This position requires union membership. For more information, please visit our website at www.develop.bc.ca [//www.develop.bc.ca] We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. Since 1952, the Developmental Disabilities Association has been helping thousands of people in BC with developmental disabilities reach their full potential through support and advocacy. Come see what we are about. Go to www.develop.bc.ca for all of our latest blogs and podcasts, and scroll to the bottom of the page to connect with us on social!

Ce que vous ferez

Community Support Workers facilitate engaging, person-centered programs to help participants build essential life skills and achieve personal goals. They provide direct support for daily living activities, social interaction, and community-based recreational opportunities.

Exigences

Candidates must hold a degree or diploma in a related field such as Social Sciences or Human Services and possess 1-2 years of experience working with persons with disabilities. Additional requirements include a valid driver's license, First Aid/CPR certification, and the ability to perform physical tasks including personal care.

Avantages

• 10.6% in lieu of benefits • On-the-job training • Professional development

Compétences indiquées

• Premiers soins · Souhaitée
• crisis intervention · Souhaitée
• CPR · Souhaitée
• Communication · Souhaitée
• Personal Care · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Community support
• Personal care
• Goal plan implementation
• Crisis intervention
• First aid
• CPR
• Person-centered care
• Social skills training
• Vocational support
• Recreational activity planning
• Communication
• Computer literacy
• Driving
• English Language
• Advocacy
• Computer Literacy
• Valid Driver's License
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Activities Of Daily Living (ADLs)
• Personal Care
• Podcasting
• Blogs
• Human Services
• Social Sciences
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• Good Driving Record
• Workplace Inclusivity
• First Aid Certification
• Disabilities
• Developmental Disabilities
• Physical Strength
• Social Support
• Crisis Intervention Certification
• Recreational Therapy

Domaines d’emploi

• Social Services
• Healthcare
• Education
• Community Support Worker
• Caregiver / Personal Care Aide
• Companions and Valets
• Personal Care Aides
• Home Health and Personal Care Aides