Community Support Worker- Independent Living Program

Here we grow again Community Roots continues to expand to meet service needs and find ourselves needing to add to our amazing team to further support our **New Beginnings Independent Housing Program** in SOOKE, BC and assist our current CSW- Independent Housing. We are looking for someone who is organized, outgoing, creative, and able to effectively aid in the support the 5 individuals who live independently through the program. This is a part time position in Sooke (15-20 hours/wk), with flexible hours and a potential for increased hours in the future, if desired.

About Community Roots:
Our focus at Community Roots Support Services is client centered; we work as a team to help provide our clients with the best support in helping achieve their goals and improving their overall quality of life.

As a Community Support Worker with Community Roots you will provide one-one-one and group support to adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Support given is based on the individual’s needs and the goals they have set. Areas of support include, but are not limited to, community inclusion, education, employment, self-care, health & well-being, reactional activities, social activities and development of life skills. You will receive direction and support from our Program Manager as well as peers.

The health and safety of our staff and individuals served is of the highest priority. We ensure that all staff and individuals served follow our Covid-19 protocols based on guidelines set by the BC Public Health Office.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

- Works alongside the CSW responsible for independent housing in order to ensure clients are able to engage in both group activities as well and 1-1 support as needed.
- Participates in assessment, goal setting and program planning such as Personal Service Plans for individuals living independently. Documents and implements the plan. Provides input into the evaluation of the New Beginnings program.
- Creates and implements support strategies that will focus on independent living and community connection.
- Evaluates client needs and develops short term plans to meet such needs with the active participation of clients and their families.
- Assists clients to function more independently in their own homes and in the community. Assists clients with daily life skills, social skills and/or behaviour management. Teaches and assists clients with activities such as personal hygiene, basic cooking, money management, shopping, household safety, pet care. Facilitates physical, recreational, educational, social and vocational activities.

**Requirements**:

- Diploma or certificate in a field related to social services, or 2 years of relevant experience.
- BC Criminal Record Check Clearance
- Valid Class 5 Drivers License and reliable vehicle
- Drivers Abstract Clearance
- Valid First Aid Certificate

Abilities and skills:

- Ability to work independently, as well as collaborate with a team
- Ability to keep focused and calm in challenging situations
- Organized
- Good communication skills (both verbal and written)

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 15-20 per week

**Salary**: $21.63-$23.90 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Commuter benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
The health and safety of our staff and individuals served is of the highest priority. We ensure that all staff and individuals served follow our Covid-19 protocols based on guidelines set by the BC Public Health Office.

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Sooke, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location