Community Support Worker - FT

Interior Community Services; Merritt; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Community Support Worker to empower adults with diverse abilities in Merritt. In this fulfilling role, you will engage clients in recreational activities, promote independence, and foster meaningful community connections. Your responsibilities will include supporting clients with mobility challenges, monitoring their health needs, and collaborating with caregivers to create personalized support plans. Join a passionate team that values inclusivity and community involvement, while enjoying competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. If you're ready to make a positive impact in people's lives, this opportunity awaits you.

Benefits

Extended Health Care Benefits

Annual vacation starting from 3 weeks

Sick leave accrual

Paid statutory holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Insurance premium reimbursement

Wage increases with seniority

Priority for future job vacancies

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience with diverse abilities is required.
• Community Support Worker Certificate is essential, diploma is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with diverse abilities in community and vocational activities.
• Monitor personal care and health needs, ensuring safety protocols.

Skills

Interacting with individuals with diverse abilities

Organizing recreational activities

Providing personal care

Crisis intervention techniques

Documenting and reporting

Education

Community or School Support Worker Certificate

Diploma in related field

Tools

CPR-C Certification

Medication Management Certification

Job description

Community Living Services Full Time Merritt, BC $25.95 - $29.76 CAD per hour

REPORTS TO: Program Coordinator, Community Living Programs Merritt

COMPENSATION: $25.95 - $29.76 per hour (Grid 10 as per collective agreement)

CLOSING DATE: Open until a suitable candidate is found

JOB NUMBER: 2025-37

BENEFITS

• Extended Health Care Benefits including Dental, Vision, Paramedical Services, Life Insurance, Employee & Family Assistance Program, etc. upon completion of the probationary period.
• Annual vacation starting from 3 weeks after 1 year and increasing with seniority
• 1 day per month sick leave accrual
• 13 fully paid statutory holidays per year
• ¢61 /km mileage reimbursement for job-required travel using a personal vehicle
• Up to $200 /year insurance premium reimbursement in case of a Business Insurance switch
• Wage increases with every 2000 hrs. of seniority, up until Step 4
• Priority as an internal candidate for future job vacancies
• Community involvement and wellbeing activities
• Fully paid training and professional development opportunities

ABOUT THE JOB

The Community Support Worker supports adults with diverse abilities in building independence, confidence, and meaningful community connections. Provides opportunities for social, physical, and vocational development.

The key responsibilities include:

• Engages clients in recreational activities including sports, crafts, and participation in the community. Transports clients in agency van(s) to activities.
• Encourages individuals to participate in food preparation, following Safe Food Handling standards.
• Supports clients with mobility challenges as needed, which may include assisting with walkers, pushing/pulling wheelchairs, etc.
• Monitors personal care and health needs and performs personal care as needed.
• Co-develops and implements individual plans providing ongoing evaluation of progress and adjusting goals and strategies as needed.
• Collaborates with participants, their caregivers, and other professionals to provide a holistic support system.
• Monitors the safety of individuals and ensures protocols are applied to maximize the H&S of everyone involved.
• Recognizes risks, takes preventative measures, and when prevention isn't possible responds to emergencies using de-escalation and therapeutic intervention skills.
• Administers medication as needed, strictly adhering to agency medication policies and procedures.
• Ensures accurate and timely documentation.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE

• Community or School Support Worker Certificate, a Diploma is an asset
• Minimum one (1) year of related experience working with persons with cognitive, physical, and other diverse abilities with varying and complex needs
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, and ABILITIES

Demonstrated knowledge and strong abilities to:

• Interact effectively and support individuals with physical and cognitive diverse abilities
• Identify and organize creative recreational and community inclusion activities for the participants
• Support the enhancement of life skills
• Provide personal care as required
• Maintain a welcoming environment, performing general cleanliness, meal preparation, and similar tasks
• Recognize, analyze, and deal effectively and proactively with difficult behaviours
• Handle crisis situations effectively using appropriate intervention techniques
• Work independently and as a member of a team
• Maintain professional boundaries and follow confidentiality guidelines
• Document and report information in an accurate and concise way
• Manage conflicts effectively and maintain positive working relationships with all parties involved
• Collaborate with other professionals, co-workers, and supervisors
• Advocate for people with diverse abilities

REQUIREMENTS

• Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License
• Safe driving record
• Physical requirements of the job include supporting individuals in wheelchairs or walkers, lifting, transferring, using lifts appropriately, pushing, pulling, bending, and assisting clients safely in and out of vehicles, etc. (Necessary on-the-job training is provided to ensure the safety of the participant and worker.)
• Following training is required and provided to the successful candidate free of charge. Existing certification is an asset: CPR-C, Mandt, Safe Food Handling, Medication Management, Anti-Bullying and Harassment, CLBC Privacy
• Consent to Criminal Record Checks with venerable sector search
• This position requires Union membership with a 1.85% Union Dues deduction from the pay.

If you need any accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, contact us at [e-mail].

ICS is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, visible or invisible diverse abilities, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or citizenship or immigration status. Where bona fide occupational requirements limit the applicant selection, the burden of proof rests with the Employer.