Life Skills and Community Access Worker

2 weeks ago


Whistler, Canada Sea to Sky Community Services Full time

**Location**:Whistler and Pemberton, BC** Compensation**:$ 21.63/hr

**Position Posted On**:February 10, 2023 **Application** **Closing Date**: Open until filled

**Term**:Temporary role until March 6th, 2024***

**Hours of Work**:Part-time, 20-30 hours/week.

Flexible schedule based on program and client needs

**This is an ideal position for someone requiring a flexible schedule.**

**The Life Skills Worker supports an amazing group of young adults with developmental**

**disabilities who live and work in Whistler and Pemberton. The Life Skills Worker helps support**

**these individuals with daily living, work, and social connections in their community.**

**Qualifications**:
1. Minimum Grade 12 with additional coursework in services to persons with a

developmental disability.

2. Experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in a broad

range of community activities.

3. Preferably a combination of relevant experience and education.

4. Valid First Aid Certificate.

5. Valid Driver’s License and access to reliable vehicle.

**Job Skills and Abilities**:
1. Good communication skills, written, verbal and non-verbal.

2. Ability to work independently, with flexibility and an eclectic approach in

order to meet the varied needs of the clients.

3. A commitment to and interest in the field of service to people with

developmental disabilities.

**Responsibilities**:
Program:
1. Relate to clients in a professional, caring, and positive manner, which

represents their personal worth, dignity, and rights.

2. Assist client to identify goals and develop an Individual Service Plan.

3. Provide opportunities for individuals to learn life skills (i.e., personal hygiene,

safety, financial management, nutrition and cooking, and home making)

with an emphasis on increasing independence.

4. Familiarize clients with community resources including transportation services,

banks, shopping, and appropriate service resources.

5. Assist clients in developing interpersonal and social skills.

6. Act as an appropriate role model.

7. Work with individual community members, resources, and agencies to foster

opportunities for inclusion of individuals with diverse needs.

Organization:
1. Keep accurate records and submit quarterly reports on client’s progress as

outlined in the Program Operating Manual.

2. Attend staff meetings, meet with Manager of Community Living and update

on program issues, as required.

3. Meet with Ministry representative as required.

4. Assist Community Living Services Manager with maintenance and revision of

Program Operating Manual.

5. Other related duties as required.

**Requirements**:
1. Criminal Record Search.

2. Signed Confidentiality form.

3. Approved reference check.

4. Driver’s Abstract.

5. Valid proof of Covid-19 vaccination required.

Travel between Whistler and Pemberton is required.

**Compensation**:As per the BCGEU Collective Agreement, the wage is** $21.63 per hour.



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