LIFE Services Worker/Guide - Community Living

Job summary

The Guide works closely with individuals to co-design, deliver, and improve services focused on employment, community connection, and lifelong learning. They are responsible for strengthening informal support networks and enhancing personal skills and confidence for the people they support.

Job details

Temporary Position - October 1, 2026 - March 31, 2027 Kinsight is an accredited non-profit organization. We work alongside families of children, youth and adults with developmental delays or disabilities to support growth, development and personal well-being. We work with hundreds of community members and professionals to welcome and include all people, and foster vibrant and healthy communities. We serve the communities of New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Anmore and Belcarra. Our mission is to provide options and opportunities for people to have meaningful relationships and fulfilling lives. About L.I.F.E. Services L.I.F.E. stands for Learning, Inclusion, Friendship and Employment. The program is part of CLBC’s Community Inclusion category of services. It is available to anyone served by CLBC who has an employment goal, and who also want support to increase confidence and independence, connect to the community, learn new things, build friendships and a network of natural support around them. L.I.F.E. Services are designed to respond to the natural rhythm of a person’s life, and adjusts supports provided over time in response to people's changing goals and needs. The supports offered through L.I.F.E. services enable people to personalize, direct and evaluate their services in a way that works for them. Kinsight is seeking a L.I.F.E. Services Guide The Guide works closely with people who use the service to co-design, deliver, evaluate and continually improve the effectiveness of the service. L.I.F.E. Services focus on a blend of supports aimed at assisting people to achieve their ambitions related to employment, community connection and lifelong learning. L.I.F.E. service strategies incorporate the development and strengthening of informal support networks and personal skill and confidence enhancement. We think the Guide is someone who would describe themselves like this… “I have a knack for unconventional problem solving and huge reservoir of ideas I am eager to share. I am up to date on all the current best practices around supporting people to connect in community, expand their informal support circles and find work, and yet I am ready to push forward and invent the next best practices. My knowledge, experience and insights fuel my forward movement rather than anchor me in place. And, I am happy with a flexible work schedule based within Greater Vancouver/Lower Mainland. I am savvy with technology and comfortable connecting with others virtually. And, I have the energy and optimism to start something new! Does that sound like you? If so, please apply and include a cover letter and resume. *HOURS: 37.5 hours/week - primarily Monday to Friday - on a flex schedule. This position requires flexible working hours, including some evenings/weekends as required by the needs, ambitions and schedules of the people supported. *May be required to work evenings and weekends. LOCATIONS: Tri-Cities, New Westminster and surrounding communities QUALIFICATIONS: A degree or diploma in Social Sciences, Community Support Worker, Therapeutic Recreation, Social Services, or an equivalent combination of education and experience One to three years of experience in supporting people with developmental disabilities Experience in user-led Design and facilitation an asset Position requires well-developed interpersonal and excellent written and verbal communication skills Highly self-motivated, and able to work independently and as part of a team Good organizational and time management skills Understanding and ability to apply the principles of user-led service design Ability to develop presentations and convene/facilitate community discussions Class 5 Driver’s License; satisfactory driving record; Required to use personal vehicle for work Ability to obtain a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check Clearance BCGEU union membership required To learn more about Kinsight, watch this video https://vimeo.com/868421508?share=copy or visit our website www.kinsight.org

What you’ll do

The Guide works closely with individuals to co-design, deliver, and improve services focused on employment, community connection, and lifelong learning. They are responsible for strengthening informal support networks and enhancing personal skills and confidence for the people they support.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a degree or diploma in Social Sciences, Community Support, or a related field, along with one to three years of experience supporting people with developmental disabilities. A Class 5 Driver’s License and the ability to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check are mandatory.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• social services · Preferred
• Facilitation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Social services
• Community support
• User-led design
• Facilitation
• Problem solving
• Interpersonal skills
• Written communication
• Verbal communication
• Time management
• Organizational skills
• Technology proficiency
• Virtual collaboration
• Optimism
• Good Driving Record
• Valid Driver's License
• Self-Motivation
• Social Work
• Developmental Disabilities
• Disabilities
• Problem Solving
• Lifelong Learning
• Presentations
• Social Support
• Recreational Therapy
• Service Design
• Social Sciences
• Time Management
• Verbal Communication Skills

Job areas

• Social Services
• Healthcare
• Education
• Community Life Coordinator
• Caregiver / Personal Care Aide
• Companions and Valets
• Personal Care Aides
• Home Health and Personal Care Aides