Community Support Worker - Casual - ASL Nanaimo, BC

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Progressive vacation entitlement

RRSP contribution programme

Extended health, dental, and life 보험

EFAP

Ongoing training

Job summary

Bonaventure Support Services in Nanaimo is seeking a casual, on-call Community Support Worker (ASL) to assist individuals with daily living needs in homes and the community. You will support inclusion, communicate in ASL, and apply trauma-informed approaches to care.

Fluency in ASL or willingness to develop it, and collaboration with families and partners are essential. The role offers on-call scheduling and a supportive team in a growing social service agency on Vancouver Island.

Qualifications

• Education or experience supporting individuals with diverse abilities, including CSW, RCA, SIVA, or equivalent.
• Provide person-centred support with daily living activities while promoting choice, voice, self-determination, and community participation in alignment with Person-Centred Plans.
• Communicate effectively using American Sign Language (ASL), recognize behaviour as communication, and apply trauma-informed and positive behavioural approaches to support wellbeing and safety.
• Demonstrate respect for Deaf culture and identity, with a commitment to ongoing ASL learning and professional development.
• Work collaboratively with families, community partners, and the Bonaventure team while upholding organizational values, policies, human rights, and health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in their homes and/or community with daily living needs
• Support participation in community activities, recreation, and social inclusion
• Communicate effectively in ASL and embrace Deaf culture
• Apply crisis intervention and positive behavioural strategies (behaviour as communication)
• Collaborate with families, professionals, and community partners

Skills

ASL communication

Trauma-informed approach

Positive behavioural strategies

Person-centred planning

Community participation

Deaf culture awareness

Education

CSW training

RCA

SIVA or equivalent

ASL certification

Job description

Job Title: Community Support Worker - ASL

Location: Nanaimo

Position Type: Casual Hourly

Schedule: On Call/ Casual

Wage: $24.41 -$27.89 per hour

Use your ASL to make a difference!

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Why Join Us?

Bonaventure Support Services is adynamic and growing social service agency on Vancouver Island. We provideperson‑centred supports to adults, youth, and children with diverse abilities,encouraging full participation in their communities.

If you are fluent in AmericanSign Language (ASL) or eager to expand your skills—and passionate aboutsupporting Deaf and Hard of Hearing youth and children to communicate theirpreferences and access their community,we invite you to join our inclusiveteam.

The Role

As a Support Worker, you will:

• Assist individuals in their homes and/or community with daily living needs
• Support participation in community activities, recreation, and social inclusion
• Communicate effectively in ASL and embrace Deaf culture
• Apply crisis intervention and positive behavioural strategies (behaviour as communication)
• Collaborate with families, professionals, and community partners

What You Bring

• Education and or experience supporting individuals with diverse abilities, including relevant training such as CSW, RCA, SIVA, or equivalent experience.
• Provide person-centred support with daily living activities while promoting choice, voice, self-determination, and community participation in alignment with Person-Centred Plans.
• Communicate effectively using American Sign Language (ASL), recognize behaviour as communication, and apply trauma-informed and positive behavioural approaches to support wellbeing and safety.
• Demonstrate respect for Deaf culture and identity, with a commitment to ongoing ASL learning and professional development.
• Work collaboratively with families, community partners, and the Bonaventure team while upholding organizational values, policies, human rights, and health and safety standards.

Requirements

• Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License
• RCMP Criminal Record Check (Schedule A)
• MCFD Hub Screening
• First Aid with CPR Certificate, Food Safe Level 1
• Immunization Record
• Physician’s Declaration & TB Screen
• Three professional references (including one recent employer)
• ASL certification (or willingness to achieve one)

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)