Community Support Worker

Pacific Coast Community Resources Inc; Cranbrook; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Community Support Worker to join their vibrant team. In this rewarding role, you will provide essential care and support to individuals living in staffed homes, empowering them to lead independent lives. Your ability to advocate for the rights of those you support and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team will be key to their success. With a commitment to fostering community integration and personal growth, this organization offers a supportive environment where your contributions will make a meaningful impact. Join us in creating a positive difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

On-the-job training

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in community social services/health care.
• Current Emergency First Aid/CPR and Food Safe certificates.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the supported persons’ rights and choices are respected.
• Assist with activities of daily living and medication administration.
• Foster positive relationships with family members and professionals.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Non-verbal communication skills

Behaviour management training

Moderate computer literacy

Education

Grade 12 education

Community Support Worker Diploma

Job description

COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER

About The Role

As our Community Support Worker, you will work as part of a vibrant team to provide care and support to people living in staffed homes within their community. You’ll encourage and empower the people we support to be independent and self-determining and to live the life they envision while maintaining excellent standards of care, health, and safety. Your natural ability to care for others and work both independently and collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team will allow you to influence your team’s success.

Core Responsibilities

1. Ensure the supported persons’ rights and choices are respected and advocate as needed.
2. Interact effectively with people we support.
3. Empower the people we support to be full citizens of their community.
4. Participate in the development, implementation, and documentation of Personal Service Plans.
5. Foster positive relationships with persons’ family members, professionals, co-workers, and members of the community.
6. Assist with activities of daily living and medication administration.
7. Understand behaviour management principles and strategies, including mental health needs.
8. Record daily activity and personal health information (PHI) of the people we support in our case management database.
9. Work with the people we support to ensure their home is clean and well-maintained, including daily food preparation and light housekeeping duties.

You will have

1. Grade 12 education.
2. Community Support Worker Diploma or equivalent.
3. Minimum 2 years of experience in community social services/health care.
4. Current Emergency First Aid/CPR and Food Safe certificates.
5. Previous behaviour management training.
6. Effective communication skills (verbal & written) with team members, professionals, families, and community members.
7. Non-verbal communication skills.
8. Restricted Class 4 driver’s license (for Full-Time positions).
9. Satisfactory driver’s abstract.
10. Criminal record clearance for children and vulnerable adults.
11. TB test.
12. Moderate computer literacy.
13. Eligibility to work in Canada.

Why join Pacific Coast Community Resources?

PCCR offers meaningful work through quality programs and services to people with disabilities, promoting independence, self-growth, and community integration. We are growing and creating dynamic environments for work and learning. Join us in fostering healthy, energetic lives by showcasing your passion for care, connecting with communities, and collaborating within our team culture.

What We Offer

• On-the-job training: MANDT, JOHS, Diversity and Inclusion, Medication Safety, Confidentiality and Privacy, Trauma-Informed Practice, First Aid and CPR re-certification.
• Community involvement.
• An inclusive, supportive work environment.
• Competitive salary: $25.95 – $29.76 per hour.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Career development opportunities.

We are committed to diversity & inclusion, welcoming applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, people with disabilities, gender and sexually diverse individuals, and those with intersectional identities. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our team and services. If your experience aligns closely with our needs, we encourage you to apply.