Community Support Worker - 35 hours/week

Kinsight Society; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinsight Society is seeking a Community Support Worker to assist people with developmental and physical disabilities, co-design activities, and promote participation in community life. The role emphasizes person-centered plans and access to community programs.

You will work various shifts, primarily weekdays, in Port Coquitlam and New Westminster area locations, with potential evenings and weekends based on program needs.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Human Services or equivalent education.
• Experience supporting people with disabilities in community settings or facilities.
• Experience providing support to adults with developmental and physical disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance and support to people with developmental and physical disabilities.
• Co-design and provide creative opportunities to facilitate learning and participation in the community.
• Offer one-to-one and group skill development and independence-building.
• Help build relationships and create community connections.

Skills

Communication skills

Report writing

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma in Human Services

Job description

ABOUT KINSIGHT:

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.Consider joining our dedicated staff teams, connected through a shared vision to create a world whereE everyone's welcome. Everyone belongs. Everywhere. We value the work that we do, as well as the people we work with. Your unique contribution and talents could help us to create new options and opportunities for the people we support in our communities!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the guidance and support of the Community Inclusion Supervisor and as part of the team, the Community Support Worker will be responsible for providing assistance and support to people with developmental and physical disabilities. This role co-designs and provides creative opportunities that facilitate learning and participation through accessing the community. These opportunities will reflect and respect the personal preferences, goals and choices of each person. Activities will include providing one-to-one and group skill development and independence-building. This could include support for building relationships and creating community connections.

SHIFTS:

35 hours/week - Primarily Monday to Friday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm, with the flexibility to work some evening and weekend shifts

LOCATIONS:

Port Coquitlam and New Westminster and surrounding communities*

* Work location and hours of work can change at any time based on program needs

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma in Human Services or equivalent education (e.g. Community Support Worker, Therapeutic Recreation)
• Experience supporting people with a variety of abilities to access activities that take place in the community or one of the organization's facilities
• Experience providing support to adults with developmental and physical disabilities
• Experience physically assisting people with personal care needs in a respectful and safe manner
• Experience in the organization and facilitation of the Person Centered Planning Process
• Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Support techniques, knowledge and experience in skill based training
• Knowledge and ability to use augmentative communication, strong oral and written communication skills including report writing skills
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to interact effectively with individuals and families
• Class 5 Driver's License, satisfactory driving record; required to use own vehicle
• Class 4 Unrestricted Driver's License an asset
• Current Community Care First Aid/CPR, NVCI, Food Safe certificates
• Maintain a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check throughout employment
• This position requires BCGEU union membership

To learn more about Kinsight:

• Watch this video: https://vimeo.com/868421508?share=copy
• Visit our website: kinsight.org