Community Support Worker

Position Title: Part-Time Community Support Worker - 15hours a week

Reports to: Service Coordinator

Location: Kamloops, BC

Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Community Support Worker to join our team. In this role, you will provide essential assistance to an individual within their own home and community. Your primary focus will be on enhancing the quality of life for a man with diverse abilities The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to caregiving and experienced with behaviours and a desire to make a positive impact in the lives of others.

Employment Type: Part-Time

Schedule: 15 hours a week. Wednesdays: 11am to 6pm and Thursdays 08:30am to 04:30pm. Scheduled subject to change.

Work Environment: The Community Support Worker will support the individual with attending his position, getting physical activity, maintaining relationships, attending appointments, completing personal chores and preparing meals.

Vehicle Use: The Community Support Worker will use their personal vehicle to transport the person served and will be reimbursed $0.61/km for using their personal vehicle.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• De-escalating crisis situations
• Setting boundaries and following Behavioural Support Plans
• Supporting the individual with community activities such as volunteer positions and physical activity.
• Supporting the individual with maintaining a clean home
• Supporting the individual with grocery shopping and meal preparation
• Debriefing and providing support with conflict resolution
• Offering companionship and emotional support to the individual, fostering a positive environment.
• Establishing socially valued roles based on the individual's unique personalities, interests, and competencies
• Assisting the individual in developing and building on their own unpaid authentic friendships
• Presenting the individual in a positive and respectable manner
• Promoting and modeling personal growth, respect, and self-esteem by serving as a positive role model
• Supporting the individual to make informed decisions and promoting positive behaviours
• Supporting individual working out

Skills and Attributes:

• Crisis management skills
• Critical thinking and remaining calm in stressful situations
• Open-minded attitude
• Confidence with setting boundaries and handling challenging situations
• Dedication for promoting personal growth in others
• Strong conflict resolution and debriefing abilities
• Ability to navigate personal criticism from the individual without taking it personally
• Strong organizational skills
• Enthusiastic, creative, outgoing and motivational personality
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
• Strong ability to work in an independent setting
• Ability to set and communicate boundaries
• Ability to encourage and support the performance of desired behaviours

Job Requirements:

• Valid Driver's License and safe driving history.
• Experience working with an individual with challenging behaviours
• Previous experience supporting individuals with diverse abilities in a home care settings is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with supported individuals and their families.
• Valid First Aid Certificate *Can be obtained during training period*
• Criminal Record Clearance under the Vulnerable Sector Act (processed by the Criminal Record Review Program once an offer of employment is accepted )
• Medical clearance form completed by physician.
• TB test (to be completed within probationary period).
• Compassionate nature and a genuine desire to help others.

For bonus points please indicate in your application if you have any of the following:

• A vehicle and valid driver's license
• MANDT or CPI training

Why work for It's My Life Kamloops Society?

• Employer dedication to employee satisfaction and wellbeing
• Paid orientations and extensive hands on training
• Paid training and professional development (CPR, Mandt, etc.)
• Payment of course fees for First Aid Certification renewals and wages for attending the course (if First Aid Certification expires while employed)
• Employer paid benefits *
• Employer paid dental benefits including orthodontic coverage *
• Employer contribution to Municipal Pension Plan (MPP) *
• Employer paid Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Groceries are paid for while working (Live-In positions only)
• Meals and expenses are covered when outings involve
• Health and Wellness Program
• Inclusive and diverse environment
• Company Events
• Ongoing mentorship, support and training to promote employee success and achievement

*eligibility based on Full-Time employment and successful completion of probationary period

We look forward to reviewing all qualified applications. Be sure to review all job requirements and scheduling requirements before applying.

Only candidates selected for the recruitment process will be contacted.

Thank you for your application

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Mileage reimbursement
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Application question(s):

• What is your general availability? Will there be any changes in the following months?
• Are you comfortable supporting individuals with challenging behaviours?
• Are you comfortable debriefing with an individual after a challenging interaction, especially when their behaviour may have contributed to the situation? This includes calmly reviewing what happened, helping them reflect on their actions, and offering clear, supportive guidance for future encounters

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)
• First Aid Certification (preferred)

Work Location: In person