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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The Service Coordinator plans and facilitates learning opportunities and social activities to promote independence for individuals with developmental disabilities. They also manage housing partnerships and provide direct support to individuals in the program.
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 With the support and oversight of the Manager of Independent Living, The Service Coordinator takes a macro view of the Independent Living (IL) program in two main areas; service and housing. The Service Coordinator identifies, plans and implements learning opportunities, activities and events that respond to the wishes and needs of the individuals supported by the program. They facilitate meaningful and enriching activities that focus primarily on building skills for independence and supporting social connections and belonging in the community. The Service Coordinator helps to support and maintain the partnerships with Housing Providers. Some of your duties can include: * Actively solicits input from Supported Individuals to determine priorities for learning opportunities and activities (e.g. meetings, surveys, phone calls, CLS Self-Advocate Committee, etc.). * Attends and/or reviews ISQLP meetings to determine priorities or common themes (e.g. banking, nutrition, cooking, lack of social connections, etc.). * Researches and identifies (virtual and in-person) community opportunities and resources that could be accessed or used to address properties (e.g. community kitchens, trainers, etc.). * Assembles and maintains an active inventory of resources and materials for easy access by the IL Supported Individuals and staff. * Develops a plan (e.g. calendar) of regular learning sessions, activities and events that support the priorities and mandate of the program. * Organizes, facilitates and (at times) delivers learning opportunities, activities and events. * Helps to screen and onboard new tenants for units available through CLS’s Housing Partnership. * Maintains ongoing contract with Housing Providers to support and foster good working relationships. * Problem solves issues that arise between the Supported Individuals and the Housing Provider. * Provides support to and helps facilitate the Self-Advocates Committee. * Provides direct support to Supported Individuals attending or participating in learning sessions, activities and events, where appropriate. * Provides direct support in an emergency or at the request of the Manager. AVAILABLE POSITIONS Position #1 - Permanent Full Time (REC-861) * Scheduled is TBD Weekends if necessary 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: * Class 5 driver’s license (permanent staff must be willing to obtain a Class 4 license) * Prior paid or volunteer experience in planning and facilitating group activities that promote social inclusion, skill development, independence, and community participation. * First Aid and CPR Certificate * Clear criminal record (paid by CLS) * Clean driver’s abstract * Access to a reliable vehicle ASSETS: * 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 $30.70 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
The Service Coordinator plans and facilitates learning opportunities and social activities to promote independence for individuals with developmental disabilities. They also manage housing partnerships and provide direct support to individuals in the program.
Requirements
Candidates must have a Class 5 driver's license, First Aid and CPR certification, and a clean criminal record. Prior experience in facilitating group activities and promoting social inclusion is required.
Benefits
- Leadership and development opportunities
- Relevant training opportunities
- Rewards and recognition
Listed skills
- First Aid · Preferred
- crisis intervention · Preferred
- CPR · Preferred
- case management · Preferred
- Conflict Resolution · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Person-centered support
- Community engagement
- Activity facilitation
- Case management
- Conflict resolution
- Relationship management
- Program planning
- Crisis intervention
- First aid
- CPR
- Driver's license
- Social inclusion
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Advocacy
- Valid Driver's License
- Planning
- Cooking
- Crisis Intervention
- Developmental Disabilities
- Leadership
- Innovation
Job areas
- Social Services
- Management & Leadership
- Administrative
- Service Coordinator
- Program Coordinator
- Policy and Planning Managers
- Managers, All Other
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