Residence Worker - (2026-124)

Collage; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness perks

Community involvement events

Fully paid training and ongoing PD

Job summary

Interior Community Services is seeking a Residence Worker in Kamloops, BC. This part-time role (16 hours weekly) runs Saturdays and Sundays (12:00 PM–8:00 PM) with an hourly wage of CAD 27.53–31.57, grid 10 under the collective agreement.

Benefits include vacation, 5% stat holiday bank, and ongoing training, with union dues deducted. You will support adults with diverse abilities, promote independence, and collaborate with residents, families, and staff to maintain safe, respectful, and engaged

Qualifications

• Certificate in Community Support, Resident Care, Home Support, or related field.
• Minimum 1 year of experience supporting adults or seniors with diverse abilities.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Access to a safe vehicle (business use insurance with $5 Million Liability).
• Union membership required; 1.85% union dues deducted from each pay.
• Background checks through the BC Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General are required.

Responsibilities

• Support residents' independence and well-being—physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally.
• Work alongside residents, families, and professionals to set and achieve personal goals.
• Provide personal care and help with daily routines.
• Prepare healthy meals tailored to individual dietary needs.
• Handle household tasks: cooking, cleaning, laundry, shopping, and light maintenance.
• Administer medications according to agency procedures.
• Foster life skills, self-esteem, healthy choices, and social connections.
• Assist with budgeting and money management.
• Plan and attend appointments, family visits, and recreational outings.
• Proactively recognize and respond to safety risks or emergencies.
• Keep accurate budget and petty cash records.
• Maintain detailed, timely daily logs and documentation.
• A talent for building trusting relationships with residents, families, and teams.
• Confidence in handling challenging behaviours and crisis situations with care and professionalism.
• A strengths-based approach to teaching life skills and fostering independence.
• Experience creating client-focused plans, routines, and achievable goals.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and ability to follow policies and direction.
• Proactive mindset—you see what needs to be done and take action.
• Skilled in conflict resolution and maintaining a calm, respectful tone.
• Clear, accurate, and organized documentation skills.
• Comfortable running a household: cleaning, cooking, shopping, budgeting, and yard work

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Documentation

Conflict resolution

Teamwork

Relationship building

Education

Certificate in Community Support, Resident Care, Home Support, or related field

Class 5 Driver’s license

Background checks

CPR-C

Mandt-RCT

SafeTalk

Safe Food Handling

Medication Management

CLBC Privacy

Anti-Bullying

Harassment

Job description

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

Education, Experience, and Requirements:

• Certificate in Community Support, Resident Care, Home Support, or a related field
• At least 1 year of experience supporting adults or seniors with diverse abilities
• Or an equivalent mix of education, training, and hands-on experience
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s license and safe driving record
• Access to a safe vehicle - may require Business Use insurance with $5 Million Liability (reimbursement provided)
• Physical abilities to provide individuals with personal care and recreational activities indoors and outdoors. Including supporting individuals in wheelchairs, walkers, carrying, lifting, transferring, pushing, pulling, bending, assisting clients safely in and out of bed and bath, and using lifts, and other health equipment appropriately.
• Following training is required and provided to the successful candidate free of charge. Existing certifications is an asset: CPR-C, Mandt-RCT, SafeTalk, Safe Food Handling, Medication Management, CLBC Privacy, Anti-Bullying, and Harassment.
• This position requires Union membership, and 1.85% union dues are deducted from each pay.
• Background checks through the BC Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General are required.
• Compensation: $27.53-$31.57 (Grid 10 as per collective agreement)
• Vacation starts at 3 weeks (after 1 year), with more time added as you grow with us
• 5% Stat Holiday Bank to use for unworked stat days
• Regular wage increases every 2,000 hours (up to Step 4)
• Priority consideration for internal job opportunities
• Wellness perks and community involvement events
• Fully paid training and ongoing professional development
• Municipal Pension Plan (MPP) employer – with eligibility based on service and earnings. Already a member? You’re in from day one!

Join our team as a Residence Worker and help create a supportive, inclusive home environment for adults with diverse abilities. This role is all about building connections, encouraging independence, and making a meaningful difference every day.

What You’ll Do:

• Support residents' independence and well-being—physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally
• Work alongside residents, families, and professionals to set and achieve personal goals
• Provide personal care and help with daily routines
• Prepare healthy meals tailored to individual dietary needs
• Handle household tasks: cooking, cleaning, laundry, shopping, and light maintenance
• Administer medications according to agency procedures
• Foster life skills, self-esteem, healthy choices, and social connections
• Assist with budgeting and money management
• Plan and attend appointments, family visits, and recreational outings
• Proactively recognize and respond to safety risks or emergencies
• Keep accurate budget and petty cash records
• Maintain detailed, timely daily logs and documentation
• A talent for building trusting relationships with residents, families, and teams
• Confidence in handling challenging behaviours and crisis situations with care and professionalism
• A strengths-based approach to teaching life skills and fostering independence
• Experience creating client-focused plans, routines, and achievable goals
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and ability to follow policies and direction
• Proactive mindset—you see what needs to be done and take action
• Skilled in conflict resolution and maintaining a calm, respectful tone
• Clear, accurate, and organized documentation skills
• Comfortable running a household: cleaning, cooking, shopping, budgeting, and yard work

PPROGRAM:

Centennial House

STATUS:

Part-Time

HOURS of WORK:

16 hours per week

SCHEDULE:

Saturday and Sunday, 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM

COMPENSATION:

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

CLOSING DATE:

Open until a suitable candidate is found

JOB NUMBER:

2026-124

Contact us at [e-mail] for any accommodation needs at any stage of the hiring process.

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