Community Support Worker

4 weeks ago

Cumberland, Canada The Sunset Community Full time

_This position supports individuals served by the Sunset Community's Independent Living Program. Frequent travelling is required, in particular to and from an individual's home located within Cumberland County_. _Therefore, familiarity with travelling throughout Cumberland County is necessary. _

**About Us**

For nearly 130 years, the Sunset Community has been a leader in supporting adults with diverse abilities to reach their full potential. We are champions of person-centered philosophy of care, and dedicate ourselves to providing safe and supportive living, learning, and employment environments so that each individual can live a personally satisfying and meaningful life.

In light of the _Remedy Report_, the Sunset Community is excited to expand our Community Living program where we provide services within an individual's residence. We are committed to the successful transition to community living whilst simultaneously minimizing the impact on the individuals we support and/or employ.

**About You**

The ideal applicant brings with them the following:

- Experience supporting individuals with diverse abilities, including treatment-resistant mental illness. Preference given to those with experience in community-based settings.
- Graduation from a recognized Human Services, Social Services, or Continuing Care program. Other similar programs may be considered when paired with experience.
- Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
- Honesty, integrity, and willingness to accept organizational change.
- A strong driving record, including a clean driver's abstract, a valid Class 5 Driver's License, as well as a personal vehicle to be used for work-related purposes (compensated in accordance with Provincial rates).

All training required for this role is paid for and provided by the Sunset Community, and the successful applicant will be compensated for attending such training.

**About the Position**

The Community Support Worker supports individuals who reside in the community, and shares responsibility with the _Manager, Community Living_ and DCS/DSP counterparts, to ensure the program is administered in such a manner that fosters and promotes independence, self reliance, security, and social inclusion. This is achieved by supporting a flexible and responsive delivery of service that incorporates the strengths of each individual in addition to their personal and community resources. This program is delivered using a person-centered and collaborative approach.

**Primary Responsibilities**

Reporting to the _Manager, Community Living_, the Community Support Worker's primary responsibilities include:

- Supporting individuals to maximize independence in their instrumental activities of daily living (such as, but not limited to: maintaining a household, laundry, shopping, budgeting and banking, meal prep, transportation, and leisure activities.
- Assist individuals to build and maintain connections and relationships with family, friends, and other community members and/our resources.
- Assist individuals with accessing professional supports and the promotion and maintenance of their health and wellness, including medication management and administration (where required).
- Recognizing the potential of an Individual, and facilitate opportunities for their continued growth and development.
- Partake in the creation and implementation of person-centered reviews and individual contracts.
- May be required to transport an individual to Halifax or other parts of Nova Scotia for medical appointments.
- Other duties, as assigned by the _Manager, Community Living_.

**Other Information**
- This position is part of a Bargaining Unit through CUPE.
- The Sunset Community is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We understand that all people are unique, and welcome the fresh perspectives offered. It is our goal to ensure that diversity and inclusion are foundational in all of our services and the organization as a whole._

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $23.23-$25.19 per hour

Expected hours: 10 - 40 per week

Additional pay:

- Overtime pay

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- On-site childcare
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Wellness program

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Morning shift
- Overtime

Application question(s):

- What Driver's License class do you have (e.g. Class 4, Class 5'N', etc.)?
- Are you comfortable working with individuals who may exhibit adverse behavioural changes?
- How do you feel about frequently travelling throughout Cumberland County?

**Experience**:

- Disability Support: 1 year (preferred)

**Location**:

- Cumberland, NS (preferred)

Work Location: On the road

  • Personal Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Cumberland, Canada Welcome Home Residence Full time

    **About Us**:Welcome Home Residence is a leading congregate care facility dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to individuals in need. Our facility is designed to create a warm and welcoming environment that fosters a sense of family and promotes the well-being of our residents. We are currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Personal...

  • Personal Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Cumberland, Canada Welcome Home Residence Full time

    **About us** Welcome Home Residence is a small private family owned and operated congregate care home in Cumberland. We provide collaborative and supportive family oriented care to young adults with a variety if special needs. Job description Part Time - Permanent Position RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER You will be working with young adults who require full...

  • Personal Support Worker

    10 hours ago

    Cumberland, Canada Welcome Home Residence Full time

    **About us** Welcome Home Residence is a small private family owned and operated congregate care home in Cumberland. We provide collaborative and supportive family oriented care to young adults with a variety if special needs. Job description Full-Time Permanent Position RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER You will be working with young adults who require full...

  • Personal Support Worker/dsw

    4 weeks ago

    Cumberland, Canada Welcome Home Residence Full time

    **About us** Welcome Home Residence is a small private congregate care home in Cumberland, ON K4C 1H6. We are a challenging, collaborative and supportive family oriented care home Our work environment includes: - Safe work environment - Lively and Dynamic atmosphere Job description RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER Looking for meaningful and rewarding...

  • Personal Support Worker/dsw

    4 weeks ago

    Cumberland, Canada Welcome Home Residence Full time

    **About us** Welcome Home Residence is a small private congregate care home in Cumberland, ON K4C 1H6. We are a challenging, collaborative and supportive family oriented care home that is very dynamic. Our work environment includes: - Safe work environment - Lively and Dynamic atmosphere Job description: Full Time RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER Looking for...

  • Personal Support Workers Needed in Cumberland

    4 weeks ago

    Cumberland, Canada Choice Homecare Full time

    Personal Support Workers - In-Home Community Care **Position**: Full Time, Part Time, Casual **Location**: Cumberland / Rockland and Surrounding Areas The Choice Team has over a decade of experience serving families in the Ottawa area. From companionship services through complex care, we help families by delivering customized and well-rounded care that...

  • Support Worker Semi independent Living Care Home

    4 weeks ago

    Cumberland, Canada Welcome Home Residence Full time

    **About us** Welcome Home Residence is a small privately operated semi-independent congregate care home in Orleans. We provide collaborative and supportive family oriented care to high functioning young adults. Job description Part-time Position RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER You will be working with young adults and provide supportive care to all residents...

  • Parks & Public Works Summer Student/youth Worker

    3 weeks ago

    Cumberland, Canada Village of Cumberland Full time

    **Parks & Public Works Summer Student/Youth Worker** **Employer**: Village of Cumberland **Location**: Cumberland, BC, Canada **Type**: Temporary **Hours Per Week**: 37.5 hours per week **Reporting To**: PW Foreman/Parks, Trails and Lands Supervisor **Position Type**: CUPE Local 556 **Salary**:$20.60 per hour (2024) Are you looking for a hands-on...

  • Developmental Service Worker

    3 weeks ago

    Cumberland, Canada Sonshine Families Full time

    These positions are working as a DSW in our Group Homes for women with disabilities located in Cumberland Village. It is a 24 hour staffed home working to care for individuals with physical and developmental disabilities such as autism, obsessive compulsive disorder and epilepsy. Support Staff provide care in all areas of daily living, including but not...

  • Developmental Service Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Cumberland, Canada Sonshine Families Full time

    These positions are working as a DSW or PSW in our Group Homes for adults with disabilities located in Cumberland Village. These is a 24 hour staffed homes working to care for individuals with physical and developmental disabilities such as cerebral palsy and autism. Support Staff provide care in all areas of daily living, including but not limited to...

  • Residential Support Worker

    3 weeks ago

    Cumberland, Canada Riverview Developmental Services Inc Full time

    **Job Summary** Seeking every other weekend 12 hour shifts, overnight sleeper 9-9, as well as overnight awake various days of week. Also seeking casual part-time that could lead to full-time various shifts **Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $24.00-$28.00 per hour Expected hours: 20 - 40 per week **Benefits**: - Flexible schedule Flexible...

  • Developmental Service Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Cumberland, Canada Sonshine Families Full time

    Work Term: Temporary - Work Language: English - Hours: 37 to 44 hours per week - Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year - Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year - or equivalent experience - ** Work site environment**: - Education or training - Personal and social adjustment...

  • Developmental Service Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Cumberland, Canada Sonshine Families Full time

    Work Term: Permanent - Work Language: English - Hours: 40 hours per week - Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years - Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years - or equivalent experience **Work setting**: - Group home - Various locations - Social service or charity agency **Tasks**: - Obtain...

  • Certified Health Care Aide

    4 weeks ago

    Cumberland, Canada Pristine Quality Healthcare Services Corp. Full time

    **About the Job**: Are you seeking a company that provides diversity in your career? Pristine Quality Healthcare Services Corp. is seeking Reliable, Confident and Professional HCAs to work in various healthcare settings in British Columbia! URGENTLY Hiring for Immediate Positions **What You Would Require to Be Successful**: - Valid HCA diploma or...

  • Healthcare Assistant

    5 days ago

    Cumberland, Canada Gravitii Technologies Full time

    **Responsibilities**: - Provide assistance and support to individuals in their own homes or in residential settings such as independent living facilities. - Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting. - Monitor medication as directed by healthcare professionals. - Maintain notes about client interactions and...

  • Laundry Worker

    7 days ago

    Cumberland, Canada Island Health Full time

    QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience Grade 10 or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Skills And Abilities Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to deal effectively with others. Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position. Ability to operate related...

  • Laundry Worker

    4 days ago

    Cumberland, Canada Island Health Full time

    **Job Description**: In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient & staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this...

  • Park Attendant

    6 days ago

    Cumberland, Canada Province of Nova Scotia Full time

    **Department**:Natural Resources **Location**:CUMBERLAND COUNTY **Type of Employment**:Seasonal **Union Status**:NSGEU - NSPG **Closing Date**:11-Mar-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) **Hiring Pool**: **This hiring pool will be used to fill seasonal, temporary and casual Park Attendant opportunities at Heathers Beach,...

  • Laundry Worker

    3 weeks ago

    Cumberland, Canada Vancouver Island Health Authority Full time

    Cumberland Regional Laundry - Cumberland, BC V0R 1S0 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) As required Multi-Site No Travel Requirement Shift Start Time/End Time As required Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Casual Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $24.34 - $24.34 Paid FTE n/a Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS n/a Planned Start Date Jan. 27 2025 Approximate End...

  • Campground Supervisor

    4 weeks ago

    Cumberland, Canada Lake Park Society Full time

    Education: - Expérience: - **Education**: - College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year - ** Work site environment**: - Outdoors - Hot - Wet/damp - ** Work setting**: - Campground - ** Tasks**: - Clean and maintain recreational facilities and grounds - Train staff/workers in job duties,...