Residential Community Support Workers (Victoria - Casual Pool)

WJS Canada; Electoral Area A; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading community support services company as a Community Support Worker. You will work independently with clients to help them achieve their personal goals, providing support for their emotional and social needs. Ideal candidates possess relevant educational qualifications and experience in community-based settings. Enjoy flexible hours, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Casual employees receive 10.6% in lieu of benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible hours for work-life balance

Employee referral bonus program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in community-based care.
• Valid BC Driver’s Class 5 License required.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in achieving goals in their Individual Support Plan.
• Assist clients in developing life skills within the home.
• Use de-escalation techniques for challenging behaviors.

Skills

Positive behavior supports

Trauma informed care

Education

Diploma or Degree in Child and Youth Care

Psychology

Social Work

Disability Studies

Sociology

Healthcare Aide

PSW

Practical Nursing

Tools

CPR / First Aid

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate

Conflict Resolution Certificate

Job description

• Independently work with client(s) towards achieving the goals set out in their Individual Support Plan (ISP); encouraging them during setbacks and celebrating successes with them.
• Support / supervise complex behavioural, emotional and social needs / development (in the residence & during community activities)
• Use de-escalation techniques to deal with challenging behaviours.
• Assist client in developing life skills within the home including household chores (meal prep, cleaning, etc.) in a consistent, healthy & safe environment and their community.
• Model healthy relationships and setting boundaries
• Transports and assists residents to appointments, shopping or leisure activities; operates motor vehicles safely and legally while transporting clients or on Taproot business.
• Request a job description for full duties and responsibilities.
• Prior to confirmation of employment, all applicants must provide a copy of a current Criminal Record Check and / or Government Screening Letter. These checks vary depending on province and sector and will be communicated by the Program Hiring Team.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

• Diploma or Degree in Child and Youth Care, Psychology, Social Work, Disability Studies, Sociology, Healthcare Aide, PSW, Practical Nursing or equivalent
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in adult, child and youth care, or with individuals with a developmental disability, mental health issues or brain injury in a community-based setting.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Other related fields of experience include Community Support Worker, Education Assistant, Special Needs, Behaviour Interventionist, Youth Worker
• Valid BC Driver’s Class 5 License and clean driver’s abstract
• A reliable, safe vehicle that has appropriate insurance is an asset
• Positive behavior supports experience and Trauma informed care an asset.
• Valid CPR / First Aid, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate (Mandt) and Conflict Resolution Certificate (or ability to obtain within probation period)
• Physician’s note confirming suitability, including immunization records and negative tuberculosis screening test
• Successful applicants will be required to participate in MCFD screening and provide three (3) professional reference prior to confirmed employment with Taproot Community Support Services.

Taproot adheres to provincial / legislated communicable disease prevention protocols. Some of our community health care providers / stakeholders may require Taproot employees to be vaccinated in order to be able to enter establishments while supporting Taproot individuals / clients in service.

Not sure you meet the requirements? We still welcome you to apply, as we may be able to consider diverse combinations of skills, education and experience.

What Taproot Community Support Services Does

At Taproot, your passion for helping others can truly make a difference. As an employee-owned company, we value collaboration, learning, and innovation. Our strength-based approach guides both our care and how we support each other. Join a team where your voice matters, and together, we’re building a company we’re proud of.

• Casual employees are paid an additional 10.6% of wages in lieu of benefits
• Ability to apply for other positions within the Union and within Taproot Community Support Services
• Professional development opportunities and job-related training
• Flexible hours to accommodate life / work balance
• Long Service Milestone rewards
• Employee referral bonus program

For more information on Taproot Community Support Services visit our website : taproot.ca

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you! Please apply.

Equal-Opportunity Employer

Our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is unwavering. We believe that varied backgrounds and experiences fuel innovation and success. As an equal-opportunity employer, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion across all operations. We're seeking candidates passionate about contributing to our multicultural teams and enriching our workplace with their unique insights and cultural sensitivity.

We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.

No telephone calls please. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.

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