Community Inclusion Worker

As a Community Inclusion Worker, you will assist a person who requests support to participate in personal, social, vocational, and volunteer opportunities within the community. The services are determined by the person and based on their specific goals and preferences. You’ll encourage and empower the person to be independent and self-determining and to live the life they envision while maintaining excellent standards of care, health, and safety. Your natural ability to care for others and work collaboratively towards a goal will allow you to influence your person’s success.Core ResponsibilitiesEnsure the supported person’s rights and choices are respected and advocated as neededInteract effectively with people we supportEmpower the person we support to be full citizens of their communityCoordinate, implement, and facilitate the person’s participation in community-based social, vocational and volunteer activitiesFoster positive relationships with person’s family members, professionals, co-workers, and members of the communityParticipate in the development, implementation, and documentation of the Individual Service PlanRecord the daily activity and personal health information (PHI) of the person we support on our case management databaseExcellent understanding of behaviour management principles and strategies including mental health needsYou will haveGrade 12 educationCommunity Support Worker Diploma or equivalentMinimum 2 years of experience in community social services/health careCurrent Emergency First Aid/CPR and Food Safe certificatesBehavior management trainingAbility to effectively communicate (verbal & written) with team members, professionals, families, and community membersValid BC Driver’s LicenseSatisfactory Driver’s Abstract & reliable vehicle with $2,000,000 third-party liability insuranceCriminal record clearance for children and vulnerable adultsEligibility to work in CanadaWhy join Pacific Coast Community Resources?PCCR offers work you can feel fulfilled by through quality programs and services to people who live with disabilities that promote independence, self-growth, and community integration. PCCR is steadily growing, creating dynamic environments to work and learn. We encourage you to partner with us in fostering healthy, energetic lives by showcasing your passion for care, connecting to the communities we serve, and collaborating in our culture of teamwork that makes PCCR a great place to work.What we offerOn-the-job training: MANDT; JOHS; Diversity and Inclusion; Medication Safety; Confidentiality and Privacy; Trauma-Informed Practice; First Aid and CPR re-certificationCommunity involvementAn inclusive, supportive work environmentCompetitive Salary $25.95 – $29.76 per hourComprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision care benefits package.Career development opportunitiesWe believe that a strong commitment to diversity & inclusion enables us to truly make services better for everyone. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. Our goal is to ensure at every interaction all are welcome, comfortable, and safe.At Pacific Coast Community Resources, we understand that experience comes in many forms. We’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team - so if your experience is close to what we’re looking for, please consider applying.Do you have 2 years or more of experience working with one or more people living with a disability?Do you have a valid SIN and are legally eligible to work in Canada?Are you eligible to work in Health Service Field Occupations?Are you a current or former employee at Pacific Coast?If yes, who are your manager(s)?Do you have a valid BC Class 5 Driver's Licence?Do you have a valid BC Class 4 Driver's Licence to drive passenger vehicles?If no Class 5 or Class 4 Driver's Licence, which Class Driver's Licence do you have?Are you willing to relocate?Do you have emergency first aid / CPR training?Do you have any Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training? ie MANDT, or CPI, etc.Do you have a valid and up-to-date Criminal Record Check? (CRCs are valid for five years)I consent to be contacted over SMS/Text for this job. By providing your phone number you agree to receive informational/marketing text messages from Pacific Coast Community Resources. Messages frequency will vary. Msg & data rates may apply. Reply HELP for help or STOP to cancel. #J-18808-Ljbffr