Community Housing Support Worker - Youth Casual (L)

Bonaventure Support Services; Parksville; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation entitlement

RRSP contribution

Extended health, dental, and life

Training and development

EFAP

Job summary

Bonaventure Support Services is seeking a Community Housing Support Worker in Parksville on a casual, on-call basis. The role focuses on helping youth with daily living activities, health, nutrition, and community participation.

You'll collaborate with families and partners to provide holistic care, develop life skills, and promote dignity and independence while maintaining health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum Diploma or Degree in Social Services or equivalent.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently in high-stress situations.
• Experience supporting individuals with diverse abilities is preferred.
• First Aid/CPR and immunization requirements may apply.

Responsibilities

• Support youth with daily living activities including health, nutrition, recreation, personal care.
• Develop life skills to promote independence and quality of life.
• Use positive behavioral strategies and crisis intervention.
• Collaborate with families and community partners for holistic care.
• Ensure health, safety, and wellbeing are maintained.
• Build respectful relationships with clients, families and colleagues.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Independent work

Crisis intervention

Education

Diploma/degree in Social Services

Job description

Community Housing Support Worker

• Location: Parksville
• Position Type: Casual hourly
• Schedule: Casual/On call
• Wage: $25.14 - $28.73 per hour

Why Join Us?

At Bonaventure Support Services, we believe every person deserves to live with dignity, independence, and inclusion. As a Community Housing Support Worker, you'll help youth with diverse abilities thrive at home and in the community by providing compassionate, person-centered support. This role is about more than daily living—it’s about creating opportunities for connection, growth, and belonging.

Working under the guidance of the Program Manager and alongside a supportive team, you'll play an essential role in helping people achieve their goals, participate fully in community life, and build meaningful relationships.

The Role

As a Community Housing Support Worker, you will:

• Support youth with daily living activities including health, nutrition, recreation, personal care, and community participation
• Assist with developing life skills that promote dignity, independence, and quality of life
• Apply positive behavioral strategies and crisis intervention techniques, recognizing behavior as communication
• Collaborate with families, community partners (MCFD, CLBC, VIHA, Behavior Consultants, etc.), and your team to provide holistic care
• Ensure health, safety, and wellbeing are always maintained
• Build strong, respectful relationships with the people you support, their families, and your colleagues

What You Bring

We're seeking individuals who combine skill with compassion. To succeed in this role, you'll bring:

• Diploma or Degree in Social Services, Community Support Work, or equivalent experience
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Experience supporting individuals with diverse abilities (preferred)
• Ability to work independently and remain calm in high-stress situations
• Personal suitability to foster dignity, independence, and individuality

Requirements

• Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License, and personal vehicle.
• RCMP Criminal Record Check & MCFD Hub Screening (employer facilitated).
• First Aid with CPR, Food Safe Level 1.
• 3 reference letters (including one from your most recent employer).
• Immunization record, TB Screen, and Physician's Declaration.

What We Offer

• Progressive vacation entitlement, starting at 2 weeks
• RRSP contribution program
• Extended health, dental, and life insurance coverage
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)