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Community Housing Worker

Maple Ridge, BC
CA$25/hour
Mid Level
temporary

Top Benefits

Health and dental benefits upon successful completion of your probationary period
Casual dress
Company events

About the role

Community Support Worker – Part Time

Position Type: Part Time (19 positions)

Location: Maple Ridge, Coquitlam, New Westminster, Burnaby and North Vancouver

Weekly Hours: 14-38, full list available at https://posabilities.ca/careers/current-opportunities/

Compensation: From $25.95 per hour – as per Community Living Collective Agreement. + health and dental benefits upon successful completion of your probationary period.

About posAbilities:

posAbilities assists individuals with developmental disabilities to lead meaningful and healthy lives. We accomplish this by partnering with local communities to provide a comprehensive range of person- centred services for individuals and the families who care for them. Our organization is a place where inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility are integral to our culture and operations. We thrive to help our employees experience joy, meaning and beauty at work. They have more opportunities to be creative and autonomous, living life doing what they love.

About the Position:

We are currently searching for passionate individuals to make a difference in the lives of adults with developmental disabilities by working frontline with them as Community Support Workers and achieve our mission of good and full lives for everyone. Our goal is to support every person in presenting their true self within the communities where they live and work. Gain the gratification of knowing you are instrumental in helping individuals create their success!

About YOU:

· You hold a strong commitment to protecting the Human Rights of our persons served. This commitment comes from your grounded philosophy of supporting people with challenges living and working in the community.

· You hold a degree or certification in human services (or related discipline) or you have an acceptable combination of education/experience.

· You have experience working with people who live with physical, mental or social barriers.

· You can be the creative spark or productive dynamo in a team; having an emphasis on leadership, self-initiative, patience, maturity and tact.

· You are a confident writer, speaker and are rarely intimidated in any conversation.

· You are a great organizer; deadlines are up-to-date on your calendar or meals are prepped for the week.

· You aren't a tech guru, but you can help your grandma understand how to send emails. Learning new technology and data platforms doesn’t daunt you.

· You know your way around the local community, having knowledge of the resources and services available.

You MUST have the following:

o Emergency (or Community Care) First Aid and CPR level A, B, or C + AED

o TB test Performed within BC

o A clear Criminal Record Check for Children and Vulnerable Adults (a consent form will be provided upon hire)

o Class 5 or 4 driver’s license depending on position requirement (see end of posting for a list of positions)

o Experience with supporting individuals who require behaviour supports.

o Must be comfortable working alone in a 1:1 setting

YOUR Typical Day:

· You will be an advocate for people’s desires and choices.

· You promote each individual’s independence and help create opportunities for them to learn and practice new skills.

· You could be acting in theatre, drawing art or holding music sessions with individuals to develop and promote their gifts, talents, qualities and abilities.

· You will learn and practice with each individual’s method of communication. You will also help grow and develop their method of communication.

· You provide input in developing, implementing and documenting each individual’s Personal Service Plans (PSPs).

· You help individuals with their personal care needs and assist in maintaining a standard which will ensure that they are seen positively by their friends, family and community.

· You support individuals in building and maintaining fulfilling relationships with family, friends and neighbours.

· You administer medication, arrange for travel, and maintain appropriate documentation and records.

· You maintain positive working relationships with all professionals involved in the care of the individual.

YOUR Application:

Please apply with your resume via our website at www.posAbilities.ca/careers or via email at careers@posAbilities.ca .

At posAbilities we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace environment, and we actively seek to identify, eliminate and prevent barriers to employment, including those that may be within our hiring process.

We recognize that individuals may require accommodations to fully participate in our hiring process. If you need assistance or accommodation at any stage of the process, please feel free to reach out to us at careers@posabilities.ca for further assistance.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract

Pay: $25.95 per hour

Expected hours: 14 – 38 per week

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Employee assistance program
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Wellness program

Work Location: In person

About posAbilities Association of British Columbia

Hospitals and Health Care
501-1000

posAbilities is focused on service excellence and innovation, offering a wide range of programs, services and new initiatives to meet the needs and aspirations of persons with developmental disabilities and their families. We currently serve more than 1,200 children and adults in Metro Vancouver and other parts of BC.

Our services include: • Behaviour consultation, training and support • Community inclusion – day support • Employment – competitive, community-based work and work experience in our social enterprise • Home living – support to live independently, to share your life with a caregiver, or to join roommates in a staffed home

We currently employ a team of approximately 600 staff members and contract with about 100 home share providers. We are seeking qualified candidates with a background in supporting people with developmental disabilities, health care, mental health or addictions, who enjoy challenging and life changing work that fosters community inclusion for persons served. We are also seeking employees who are innovative and thrive on advancing the community living movement.

For more information, please visit: www.posAbilities.ca