26-32 – Community Support Worker

Spectrum Society for Community Living; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Spectrum Society for Community Living in Coquitlam, BC, is seeking part-time support staff to assist JC with daily activities, routines, meal preparation, and personal care while upholding dignity and self-esteem. The role emphasizes person-centered support and collaboration with families and the public.

The position reports to the Program Manager and requires calm, flexible, and respectful interaction, with emphasis on building trusting relationships and empowering JC in directing his support

Qualifications

• Human services sector experience is required.
• Experience in trauma-informed care and supporting marginalized populations is an asset.
• Exudes calmness, confidence, flexibility, friendliness, and respect.
• Strong negotiation abilities and boundary-setting are crucial.
• Person-centred approach and empowering the person supported.

Responsibilities

• Support and respect JC’s decision making and choices.
• Engage in day-to-day activities and routines with JC, including supporting JC with a cleaning routine and meal-prep.
• Elevate JC’s dignity and self-esteem by assisting in realizing his full potential.
• Consistently implement Individual Service Plans.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with families, supports, and the public.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Negotiation

Boundary setting

Person-centered

Tools

Microsoft Word

Email

Job description

Expected Hours of Work

4 hours on Tuesday and 4 hours on Thursday. Hours to be coordinated with individual being supported.

Posting Status

Open

Posting Date

August 13, 2026

Closing Date

August 26, 2026

Location

Coquitlam

Department

112

Position Status

Permanent Part-Time

Highlights

Meet JC, a vibrant man with a passion for all things dogs, collectibles, sports, thrifting, music, pop culture, cars, and good food. He loves to collect vinyls, scout the latest fashion deals, hit up the bowling lanes, and add unique collectibles to his collections while exploring his neighbourhood and meeting new people. JC has a great sense of humour, finding joy in laughter and sharing experiences with others.

Duties And Responsibilities

Your Role:

• Support and respect JC’s decision making and choices.
• Engage in day-to-day activities and routines with JC, including supporting J.C with a cleaning routine and meal-prep.
• Elevate JC’s dignity and self-esteem by assisting in realizing his full potential.
• Consistently implement Individual Service Plans.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with families, supports, and the public.

Reports To

Program Manager

Rate Of Pay

CSW: $24.50/hour to $26.65/hour

Probation

3 months

Driving Requirement

Driver's license (Class 5)

Preferred Training or Experience

• Exudes calmness, confidence, flexibility, friendliness, and respect.
• Strong negotiation abilities and boundary-setting are crucial.
• Person-centred.
• Emphasizes building a trusting relationship, empowering JC in directing his support services.
• Human services sector experience is required. Experience in trauma-informed care and supporting marginalized populations is an asset.

Training Preferences

• MANDT training preferred.
• Active support

Specific Training Or Experience Required

• Supporting People who get anxious
• Ability to motivate, encourage and engage the interests of others.
• Computer proficiency (email, Word, internet usage)

Service

Community Inclusion