Empowerment-Driven Community Support Worker

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

Job summary

A community support organization in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Community Support Worker to provide care and support to individuals in supported homes. This role emphasizes fostering independence, effective communication, and teamwork within a vibrant environment. Candidates must have a diploma or equivalent, relevant experience, and certification in First Aid/CPR. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $25.95 to $29.76 per hour, along with medical benefits and career development opportunities.

Benefits

On-the-job training

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, 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 are required.
• Criminal record clearance for children and vulnerable adults required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the rights and choices of supported persons are respected.
• Participate in the development of Personal Service Plans.
• Assist with activities of daily living and medication administration.

Skills

Community support

Communication (verbal & written)

Behavior management

Non-verbal communication

Basic computer literacy

Education

Grade 12 education

Community Support Worker Diploma or equivalent

Job description

A community support organization in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Community Support Worker to provide care and support to individuals in supported homes. This role emphasizes fostering independence, effective communication, and teamwork within a vibrant environment. Candidates must have a diploma or equivalent, relevant experience, and certification in First Aid/CPR. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $25.95 to $29.76 per hour, along with medical benefits and career development opportunities.