Community Support Workers

Axis Family Resources Ltd.; Cranbrook; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social services organization is seeking a Community Support Worker to assist adults with developmental disabilities. The role involves promoting independence and providing support for various life skills. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and be eager to make a positive impact.

Benefits

Paid holidays up to 3 weeks annually

Extended health benefits

Wellness initiatives and team events

Unionized workforce with yearly wage increases

Employee Assistance Program

Training and certification provided

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in social services preferred.
• Knowledge of FASD, Autism, ADHD beneficial.
• Clear Criminal Record Check required.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily living skills development.
• Document progress and support behavioral issues.
• Promote independence and quality of life.

Skills

Effective communication

Experience with developmental disabilities

Knowledge of complex trauma

Education

Certificate or diploma in Community Services

Job description

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The Community Support Worker will assist an adult male with developmental disabilities with their physical, economic, vocational, recreational, social, emotional, and daily living skills development. Community Support Workers in this role will assist the Persons Served to achieve the greatest degree of independence and quality of life possible while working with behavioral issues. Experience with FASD, ADHD, Autism, and/or Down Syndrome preferred. As daily documentation is a key component of this role, general computer skills are required.Thorough training will be provided for the successful applicant .

Proof of full vaccination may be required

About Axis Family Resources:

Axis Family Resources Ltd. is a leading British Columbia-based social services organization using a trauma-informed lens. We have maintained our CARF accreditation since 2003. Axis encourages promotion from within and invests in our people through ongoing training and career development.

Our mission is to be the leader in the delivery of community-based social services while enhancing the lives of the diverse people we serve, our employees, and our partners. Meeting our Mission means recruiting individuals who are passionate about making a difference.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• A certificate or diploma in Community Services, Health Care Aid, Human Services, or other related disciplines
• 1 – 2 years experience in social services is preferred
• Related experience in working with vulnerable populations or behavioral challenges will also be considered an asset(please outline type of experience in the ‘message to the employer’ section during the application process)
• Reliable transportation and a valid BC driver’s license
• Knowledge of and the ability to work with complex trauma, Autism, FASD, ODD or other neurobiological conditions is beneficial
• Clear Criminal Record Check (agency conducted, expenses covered)
• Effective written and verbal communication

Benefits for everyone:

• A unionized workforce with yearly wage increases
• Level 1 First Aid (including CPR) training and certification provided
• CPI Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training provided
• Extensive in-house training provided, including Complex Trauma practice
• Exclusive Preferred Vendor Program discounts on internet, cell phone, home insurance, etc.
• Employee referral incentive
• Wellness initiatives and team day events

Full-time and part-time eligible employees receive the following:

• Up to 3 weeks of paid holidays annually (beginning in the first year)
• Extended health benefits (dental, vision, prescription, etc.)
• Paramedical health benefits (chiropractor, massage, naturopath, etc.)
• Employee Assistance Program (offering short-term counseling services, etc.)

Additional Information:

• A moderate level of physical fitness is an asset as direct delivery of program activities may involve standing, walking, exercising with the youth or adult, bending, lifting, etc.