Community Support Specialist

6 days ago


Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada Pacific Coast Community Resources Full time

Pacific Coast Community Resources is a vibrant organization dedicated to providing care and support to people living in staffed homes within their community.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Community Support Worker to join our team. As a Community Support Worker, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide care and support to people with disabilities. You'll empower individuals to be independent and self-determining, promoting their rights and choices while maintaining excellent standards of care, health, and safety.

Main Responsibilities
  • Advocate for the rights and choices of supported persons
  • Interact effectively with people we support
  • Empower individuals to be full citizens of their community
  • Develop, implement, and document Personal Service Plans
  • Foster positive relationships with family members, professionals, co-workers, and community members
  • Assist with daily activities and medication administration
Requirements
  • Grade 12 education
  • Community Support Worker Diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in community social services/health care
  • Experience with Mental Health and Addictions
  • Current Emergency First Aid/CPR and Food Safe certificates
  • Previous behaviour management course/training
  • Ability to communicate effectively (verbal & written) with team members, professionals, families, and community members
  • Restricted class 4 driver's licence (for Full-Time positions)
  • Satisfactory Driver's Abstract
  • Criminal record clearance for children and vulnerable adults
  • TB Test
  • Eligibility to work in Canada


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