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Support Worker - Independent Contractor

Victoria, BC
$30/hour
Mid Level
temporary

Top Benefits

Casual dress
Flexible schedule

About the role

Host Agency Support Worker Wanted

Community Living Victoria (CLV) is currently seeking a dedicated and skilled Support Worker for a contracted position. The primary responsibility of this role is to assist a young man with at-home, person-centered activities.

Our work is guided by our values, experience and history and draws from strong roots in the community. Community Living Victoria recognizes the rights of everyone to have a full range of life choices, including access to education, affordable and appropriate housing, leisure options, gainful employment and participation in the community. A healthy community encourages the involvement of everyone.

Knowledge and Values:

  • Recognizes and respects the uniqueness, dignity, and worth of each supported individual
  • Recognizes each person’s need for self-determination
  • Respects the philosophy of community inclusion
  • Respects the confidentiality and privacy of all individuals

Related Skills and Experience:

  • Must be willing to commute to Swartz Bay
  • Previous experience as an Educational Assistant is an asset
  • Previous experience working with adults with profound autism is an asset
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and communicate with other members of the support team
  • Able to provide safe and caring support
  • Ability to assist with activities of daily living both at home and in the community

Contract Requirements:

  • At least 19 years of age
  • Criminal Record Check
  • Driver’s Abstract
  • Emergency First Aid certification
  • Work/character references
  • Vehicle required in most circumstances, with limited mileage and some expenses reimbursed

Work Details:

  • Remote Work: No
  • Job Types: Part-time, Fixed-term contract
  • Contract Length: 12 months
  • Salary: $30.97 per hour
  • Schedule: 3 x 4 hr shifts/week

*Please apply even if INTEREST outweighs experience. We may still interview based on interest, other experience and values.

This position is an independent contract and as such, contractors are not employees of Community Living Victoria. These contracts are renewed on an annual basis contingent upon both parties wanting to continue the contract, and if credentials are up to date.

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $30.97 per hour

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Flexible schedule

Flexible language requirement:

  • French not required

Schedule:

  • Day shift

Application question(s):

  • Are you willing to travel to Swartz Bay?

Education:

  • Secondary School (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

  • Class 5 Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

About Community Living

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Community Living Toronto has been a source of support for people with an intellectual disability and their families since 1948. We offer a wide range of services including respite, person-directed planning, employment supports, residential programs, and community-based activities. We are proud to support over 4,000 individuals and their families in 80+ locations across Toronto.

The “community living movement” began with families who wanted their children to live in the community, rather than institutions. Today, we continue to advocate for inclusive communities and support the rights and choices of people with an intellectual disability.