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COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER (2 positions) | #2107

Vocational & Community Services

Richmond, BC

As soon as possible

Permanent Full Time

Monday to Friday 08:00-15:30 // 37.5 hours per week

$28.25 as per collective agreement

The Community Support Worker (CSW) assists adult clients with their social, emotional, physical, vocational, recreational and daily life skill development. The CSW supports clients to achieve their greatest degree of independence in environments of their choice through participation in onsite and community opportunities. Duties include participation in the development of individual client service plans and the opportunity to plan and lead programming while assisting with activities of daily living.

• A fully employer-paid, comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Municipal Pension Plan
• On-the-job training
• Educational and training opportunities
• Professional development
• Community involvement
• An inclusive work environment

• Degree or Diploma in area directly related to Social Services, Human Services, Education or Therapeutic Recreation.
• 1-2 years of experience working with people with developmental disabilities in vocational & community settings.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully implement instructional and proactive training programs for clients.
• Must be able to perform lifts and transfers of 40lbs & be willing to go in chlorinated swimming pools.
• Experience with principles of positive behavior management is preferred.
• Criminal Record Clearance
• Medical Clearance
• Satisfactory Driver’s Abstract
• Class 5 Driver's License and use of vehicle for work
• Willing to obtain an Unrestricted Class 4 Driver's License during probationary period
• Valid First Aid/CPR
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification
• Demonstrated competency in English written and verbal communication
• Basic computer literacy
• Eligible to work in Canada
• Requires physical strength, good balance, mobility, and endurance for recreational activities
• Position involves assisting clients with personal care needs

Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification & Client personal care

*This position requires Union membership.

For more information, please visit our website at www.develop.bc.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.