Individual Support Worker - Kelowna
About the role
Position Information
Position Number
P01907
Position Title
Individual Support Worker - Kelowna
Division/Portfolio
Arts and Foundational Programs
Department/Program
Accessible Education & Training
Location
Kelowna
Other Flexible Work Options
Your Opportunity
Under the general supervision of the Instructor, provides a variety of supports in and out of the classroom for a student(s) with special needs. This may include but is not limited to: mobility support, personal care, communication support, social support, study skills, learning assistance, organizing finances, anger management, and conflict resolution. Will also support the instructor in modifying learning materials, material delivery and evaluation. Will liaise with the student’s caregivers, community network and the Accessible Education & Trainingdepartment. Performs other related duties as required.
Functions and Duties
- Supports a student(s) with special needs in or out of the classroom in the Accessible Education & Training class or in the SAME Program providing as needed some combination of:
-
mobility support
-
orientation support (for visually impaired students)
-
personal care
-
communication support
-
social support
-
study skills such as organizational skills and time management
-
learning assistance
-
finance management
-
anger management
-
conflict resolution
- Supports the instructor with the modification of learning materials, material delivery, and evaluation such as:
-
preparing modified materials for class
-
meetings with instructor to review student needs and progress
-
discuss with the instructor accommodations and modifications
-
organize exam accommodations, supervise tests, dictate and or scribes tests as needed and mark test as required.
- Functions as liaison with the student’s instructors, caregivers, community network and the ASE department to:
-
ensure clear communication between student(s) and instructor(s)
-
keep in contact with caregivers regarding student needs
-
communicate with relevant agencies when necessary
-
report regularly to the ASE department Chairperson.
-
Performs other related duties as required.
Education and Experience
Completion of Grade 12 plus graduation from a one year community college program in a related area such as a social services field. Up to and including 6 months related experience.
Skills and Abilities
-
Knowledge of the issues related to students with special needs is required.
-
Strong communication skills.
-
Good time management, organizational and interpersonal skills.
-
Ability to provide personal care.
Preferred Qualifications
The Department of Accessible Education and Training (AET) is seeking a non-regular part-time Individual Support Worker for the Kelowna campus.
A minimum CEA or HSW Certificate is required in addition to 6 months of experience working with students with diverse abilities.
Desired Start Date
09/02/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
04/10/2026
Schedule
Part-time work in both Fall and Winter semesters as needed by the Accessible Education and Training department.
Annual Salary/Hourly Rate
$25.22 to $28.76
Appointment Type
Support - Non-Regular Part-time
Special Instructions to Applicants
Shortlisted internal candidates must notify the current Support Staff Bargaining Chairperson and People Services if they want a Union Observer during interviews and the final selection of candidates.
Please provide the names and contact information for a minimum of three references. Note: positions are subject to student enrolment.
For inquiries about this position, please contact Kyla Ashman, Chair, Accessible Education and Training by way of email to kashman@okanagan.bc.ca.
Employee Group
Support
Posting Detail Information
Competition Number
C003169
Number of Vacancies
2
Posting Open Date
07/30/2025
Posting Closing Date
08/10/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Inclusion Statement
Okanagan College is committed to increasing the equitable and inclusive participation of marginalized people in all aspects of college life. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black People, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities or expressions. People with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, AccessibilityHR@okanagan.bc.ca.
Individual Support Worker - Kelowna
About the role
Position Information
Position Number
P01907
Position Title
Individual Support Worker - Kelowna
Division/Portfolio
Arts and Foundational Programs
Department/Program
Accessible Education & Training
Location
Kelowna
Other Flexible Work Options
Your Opportunity
Under the general supervision of the Instructor, provides a variety of supports in and out of the classroom for a student(s) with special needs. This may include but is not limited to: mobility support, personal care, communication support, social support, study skills, learning assistance, organizing finances, anger management, and conflict resolution. Will also support the instructor in modifying learning materials, material delivery and evaluation. Will liaise with the student’s caregivers, community network and the Accessible Education & Trainingdepartment. Performs other related duties as required.
Functions and Duties
- Supports a student(s) with special needs in or out of the classroom in the Accessible Education & Training class or in the SAME Program providing as needed some combination of:
-
mobility support
-
orientation support (for visually impaired students)
-
personal care
-
communication support
-
social support
-
study skills such as organizational skills and time management
-
learning assistance
-
finance management
-
anger management
-
conflict resolution
- Supports the instructor with the modification of learning materials, material delivery, and evaluation such as:
-
preparing modified materials for class
-
meetings with instructor to review student needs and progress
-
discuss with the instructor accommodations and modifications
-
organize exam accommodations, supervise tests, dictate and or scribes tests as needed and mark test as required.
- Functions as liaison with the student’s instructors, caregivers, community network and the ASE department to:
-
ensure clear communication between student(s) and instructor(s)
-
keep in contact with caregivers regarding student needs
-
communicate with relevant agencies when necessary
-
report regularly to the ASE department Chairperson.
-
Performs other related duties as required.
Education and Experience
Completion of Grade 12 plus graduation from a one year community college program in a related area such as a social services field. Up to and including 6 months related experience.
Skills and Abilities
-
Knowledge of the issues related to students with special needs is required.
-
Strong communication skills.
-
Good time management, organizational and interpersonal skills.
-
Ability to provide personal care.
Preferred Qualifications
The Department of Accessible Education and Training (AET) is seeking a non-regular part-time Individual Support Worker for the Kelowna campus.
A minimum CEA or HSW Certificate is required in addition to 6 months of experience working with students with diverse abilities.
Desired Start Date
09/02/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
04/10/2026
Schedule
Part-time work in both Fall and Winter semesters as needed by the Accessible Education and Training department.
Annual Salary/Hourly Rate
$25.22 to $28.76
Appointment Type
Support - Non-Regular Part-time
Special Instructions to Applicants
Shortlisted internal candidates must notify the current Support Staff Bargaining Chairperson and People Services if they want a Union Observer during interviews and the final selection of candidates.
Please provide the names and contact information for a minimum of three references. Note: positions are subject to student enrolment.
For inquiries about this position, please contact Kyla Ashman, Chair, Accessible Education and Training by way of email to kashman@okanagan.bc.ca.
Employee Group
Support
Posting Detail Information
Competition Number
C003169
Number of Vacancies
2
Posting Open Date
07/30/2025
Posting Closing Date
08/10/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Inclusion Statement
Okanagan College is committed to increasing the equitable and inclusive participation of marginalized people in all aspects of college life. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black People, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities or expressions. People with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, AccessibilityHR@okanagan.bc.ca.