American Sign Language (ASL) - Assistant Coordinator - Staffed Homes

Coquitlam, BC
On-site
Posted Aug 5, 2026
1 position

$28 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Assistant Coordinator provides administrative and team leadership support to ensure high-quality, person-centered care for individuals in residential settings. Duties include mentoring staff, managing daily records, and assisting with personal care and community engagement activities.

Job details

ABOUT US The Community Living Society (CLS) is an innovative non-profit organization which since 1978 has been dedicated to supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities so that they can live full, productive and meaningful lives. We are leaders in providing quality Person Centred support through our residential, individualized and community based supports so that people can reach their greatest potential. We have over 500 employees and work with over 400 individuals throughout the Lower Mainland. ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY Your role as a Community Living Counsellor, Assistant Coordinator will be to provide support to the Coordinator in all aspects of administration, team leadership, and home support. You will work closely with the team to provide meaningful and role-model Person-Centered Active Supports. Some of your duties can include: * Provide support and engage individuals to live as full citizens * Supporting the coordinator with administrative and financial tasks * Encouraging and motivating a team of Counsellors * Supporting individuals with various life goals * Home support duties (including, but not limited to personal care, bathing, bathroom support, meal preparation and light housekeeping) * Community outings (including, but not limited to volunteering, paid employment and leisure activities) * Maintaining records of daily activities and goal progression * Coaching, role-modeling and mentoring your team in appropriate support techniques AVAILABLE POSITIONS Position #1 - Permanent Full Time (REC-859) * Monday 9am to 5pm * Tuesday 11pm to 9am (overnight) * Friday 9am to 3pm * Saturday 9am to 5pm * Sunday 3pm to 8:30pm ABOUT YOU You are interested in supporting others and show an understanding of the person-centered and active support approach. Additionally, you have the following requirements: REQUIRED: * Fluency in ASL (American Sign Language) * Class 5 driver’s license (permanent staff must be willing to obtain a Class 4 license) * Prior paid or volunteer experience * First Aid and CPR Certificate * Clear criminal record (paid by CLS) * Clean driver’s abstract * Access to a reliable vehicle ASSETS: * Ability to maneuver a wheel chair * Experience high behavioral support * Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training * Mandt System® * Knowledge of Person Centered Active Supports OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU We make significant investments in our people, which is why we take great care to hire those who we believe will thrive in CLS over the long term. Our progressive and unique culture sets us apart and provides: * Various internal leadership and development opportunities * Interesting and relevant training opportunities * Meaningful rewards and recognition Wage: Starting at $27.80 per hour We at Community Living Society celebrate and embrace diversity as an integral part of our organization. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to be an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment for both our employees and supported individuals alike, ensuring everyone feels valued and respected. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must be fluent in American Sign Language and possess a valid Class 5 driver's license with a clean abstract. A First Aid and CPR certificate, along with a clear criminal record, are mandatory requirements for this position.