Support Worker - Housing First & Community Care

Island Crisis Care Society; Parksville; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual dress

Free training

Health and dental benefits

Job summary

Island Crisis Care Society is seeking a Community Support Worker to provide professional support to vulnerable adults, aligned with our mission to offer shelter and care with compassion and dignity.

The role involves life skills training, crisis support, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to implement personal service plans. The position encompasses meal preparation, safety, and community engagement in a unionized setting.

Qualifications

• Diploma in a related human / social service field.
• One year recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Standard First Aid with CPR-C
• FOODSAFE Level 1
• Naloxone Administration
• WHMIS 2015
• Non-Violent Crisis Prevention
• Successful Criminal Record Review for Vulnerable people

Responsibilities

• Participates in assessment, goal setting and program planning for clients.
• Assists with life skills training and personal service plans.
• Participates in client-focused activities per care plans.
• Assists clients to function more independently and in the community.
• Provides emotional support to residents and families.
• Maintains liaison with other agencies and professionals.
• Prepares, cooks and serves meals as needed following safety standards.
• Administers first aid and medication per policy.
• Maintains reports and documentation of residents' activities.
• Ensures health and safety standards are maintained.

Skills

Substance use & mental health

Therapeutic communication

Boundary setting

Crisis management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma in a related human / social service field

Job description

Island Crisis Care Society is seeking a Community Support Worker to provide professional support to vulnerable adults, aligned with our mission to offer shelter and care with compassion and dignity.

The role involves life skills training, crisis support, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to implement personal service plans. The position encompasses meal preparation, safety, and community engagement in a unionized setting.