Residence Worker (2026-121)

Collage; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Health Care

3 weeks vacation after 1 year

1 sick day per month

Step wage increases in hours (grid 10)

Job summary

Interior Community Services seeks a dedicated Residence Worker for Crestline House in Kamloops. This part-time role focuses on supporting an adult with diverse abilities in a home setting, promoting independence and well-being while coordinating with care teams.

You will help plan activities, manage meals, transport residents, and administer medications as per agency procedures. Strong communication and documentation are essential.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Community or School Support Work or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with seniors with diverse developmental abilities.
• Valid BC Class 4 Unrestricted Driver’s License (Class 5 accepted with upgrade).
• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.
• UCFW Union membership required (1.8% dues deducted from pay).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with resident, caregivers, and professionals to assess needs and set goals.
• Assess personal care and health needs and provide required care.
• Plan activities to promote independence and social connections.
• Prepare meals meeting dietary needs.
• Manage household tasks and minor repairs.
• Administer medications following procedures.
• Support resident in self-advocacy and liaise with social workers and resources.
• Teach relationship-building skills and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Assist with personal finances as needed.
• Arrange transportation for medical and other appointments.
• Recognize risks and respond to emergencies to minimize harm.
• Maintain the residential budget and petty cash records.
• Keep daily logs and progress documentation.
• Ensure all required documentation is complete and timely.

Skills

Team collaboration

Crisis de-escalation

Documentation

Relationship-building

Critical thinking

Independence

Health & safety awareness

Education

Certificate in Community or School Support Work

Job description

Community Living Services Part Time Kamloops, BC $27.53 - $31.57 CAD per hour

• Certificate in Community or School Support Work, Resident Care Aide, or Home Support Work
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience working with seniors with diverse developmental abilities
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Valid BC Class 4 Unrestricted Driver’s License (Class 5 accepted if able to upgrade within probation—costs reimbursed)
• Safe driving record
• Access to a reliable vehicle (an asset)
• Physical ability to support individuals with personal care and recreational activities—includes lifting, transferring, mobility support, and using health equipment safely
• Training provided at no cost (CPR-C, Mandt-RCT, SafeTalk, Food Safety, Medication Management, Abuse and Neglect Awareness training, Antibullying and etc.); existing certifications are a plus
• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search (through BC Ministry of Public Safety)
• UCFW Union membership required (1.8% dues deducted from pay)

BENEFITS

• Compensation: $27.53-$31.57
• Extended Health Care (Dental, Vision, Paramedical, Life Insurance, EFAP) after probation
• 3 weeks’ vacation after 1 year, increasing with seniority
• 1 sick day per month accrued
• Step wage increases every 2,000 hours (up to Step 4)
• Internal priority for future vacancies
• Community involvement and wellness activities
• Paid training and professional development
• Municipal Pension Plan (MPP) employer; eligibility based on service and wages

ABOUT THE JOB

The Residence Worker provides dedicated support to an adult with diverse abilities in a supported home environment. They promote the resident’s quality of life by encouraging independence, maximizing well-being, and enhancing social participation.

Responsibilities include

• Collaborates with the resident, caregivers, and other community professionals to assess needs and develop and attain individual goals. Adjusts goals and strategies as required.
• Assesses personal care and health needs and performs care as required.
• Plans and facilitates activities that support the resident’s independence and encourage meaningful community connections.
• Prepares and provides healthy meals and snacks, ensuring the resident’s specific dietary needs are met.
• Manages general household tasks, including meal planning and preparation, shopping, laundry, yard maintenance, and minor household repairs.
• Administers medication following agency procedures.
• Supports the resident in self-advocacy and liaises with social workers, community resources, family, etc.
• Teaches relationship-building skills while fostering self-esteem, self-advocacy, and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Assists the resident in managing personal finances as needed.
• Schedules and provides transportation for the resident using the program accessibility van for medical, optical, and dental appointments, family visits, recreational outings, etc.
• Recognizes and responds to potential risks and emergency situations to minimize harm to the resident, staff, and/or the public. Takes proactive measures to prevent potential escalations.
• Manages the residential budget, including clear and accurate documentation of petty cash and spending.
• Maintains daily logs and documentation related to the resident’s activities, well-being, and progress.
• Ensures all required documentation is complete, timely, and accurate.

Demonstrated knowledge and strong abilities to

• Build trusting, respectful relationships with individuals, families, teams, and professionals
• Respond calmly and appropriately to challenging behaviours, crises, and aggression
• Support life skills development using a strengths-based approach
• Develop and implement client-focused plans, schedules, and goals
• Work independently and collaboratively as a reliable team member
• Apply critical thinking and follow policies with sound judgment
• Take initiative and follow through on program needsNavigate and resolve conflict effectively
• Document clearly and accurately
• Maintain a home environment: cooking, cleaning, budgeting, shopping, yard work
• Prepare nutritious, balanced meals

PROGRAM

Crestline House

STATUS

Part-Time

HOURS of WORK

20 hours per week

SCHEDULE

Saturday -Sunday 3:00 PM- 10:00 PM and Monday 9:00 AM- 3:00 PM

COMPENSATION

$27.53 - $31.57 per hour (Grid 10 as per collective agreement)

CLOSING DATE

Open until a suitable candidate is found

JOB NUMBER

2026-121

If you need any accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, contact us at [e-mail]. This information will be kept confidential.

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.