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Community Support Specialist

2 months ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada WJS Canada Full time
Responsibilities

  • Work autonomously with clients to help them reach the objectives outlined in their Individual Support Plan (ISP), providing encouragement during challenges and celebrating their achievements.
  • Oversee and assist with complex emotional, behavioral, and social needs both in residential settings and during community engagements.
  • Employ de-escalation strategies to manage difficult behaviors effectively.
  • Aid clients in acquiring essential life skills within their home environment, including tasks such as meal preparation and cleaning, ensuring a safe and supportive atmosphere.
  • Demonstrate and promote healthy interpersonal relationships while establishing clear boundaries.
  • Transport clients using your own or a company vehicle, attend appointments with them, and engage in recreational and community activities together.
  • For a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities, please request a detailed job description.
*** All candidates must present a current Criminal Record Check and Ministry Check prior to employment confirmation. These checks may take up to six weeks to process, so please plan accordingly.

Qualifications

  • A Diploma or Degree in Child and Youth Care, Psychology, Social Work, Disability Studies, Sociology, Healthcare Aide, PSW, Practical Nursing, or a related field.
  • At least two years of experience in adult, child, and youth care, or working with individuals facing developmental disabilities, mental health challenges, or brain injuries.
  • Other combinations of education and experience may be evaluated.
  • Relevant experience may include roles such as Community Support Worker, Education Assistant, Special Needs Support, Behavior Interventionist, or Youth Worker.
  • A valid BC Driver's Class 5 License with a clean driving record.
  • A dependable and safe vehicle with appropriate insurance is advantageous.
  • Experience with positive behavior support and trauma-informed care is beneficial.
  • Certification in CPR/First Aid, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI, Mandt, or CPI), and Conflict Resolution (or the ability to obtain these within the probationary period).
  • A physician's note confirming fitness for duty, including immunization records and a negative tuberculosis screening test.

Applicants selected for further consideration will need to provide three professional references before employment confirmation with WJS Canada.
WJS adheres to all provincial and legislated communicable disease prevention protocols.

Some of our community health care partners may require WJS employees to be vaccinated to access facilities while supporting individuals in service.

If you feel you may not meet all the qualifications, we still encourage you to apply, as we value diverse combinations of skills, education, and experience.