1681 - Community Support Worker Permanent Full Time - Vancouver, Canada - Developmental Disabilities Association

Developmental Disabilities Association

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Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Full time

Description

JOB TITLE:

COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER | #1681

SERVICE AREA:

Vocational & Community Services

LOCATION:

Vancouver

START DATE:

As soon as possible
TERM/STATUS:
Permanent Full-Time

SCHEDULE/HRS:

Monday to Friday 7:30-15:00 // 37.5 hours per week

HOURLY WAGE:

$23.90 as per collective agreement

The Role:

The Community Support Worker (CSW) assists adult clients with their social, emotional, physical, vocational, recreational and daily life skill development.

The CSW supports clients to achieve their greatest degree of independence in environments of their choice through participation in onsite and community opportunities.

Duties include; participation in the development of individual client service plans & the opportunity to plan and lead programming while assisting with activities of daily living.

What We Offer:

An extensive employer paid benefits package that includes healthcare and dental
Municipal Pension Plan
Onthejob training
Professional development
Community involvement
An inclusive work environment

Requirements/Education/Experience:

Degree or Diploma in area directly related to Social Services, Human Services, or Education.
12 years of experience working with people with developmental disabilities in vocational & community settings.
Demonstrated ability to successfully implement instructional and proactive training programs for clients.
Must be able to perform lifts and transfers of 40lbs & be willing to go in chlorinated swimming pools.
Experience with principles of positive behavior management is preferred.
Criminal Record Clearance
Medical Clearance
Satisfactory Driver's Abstract
Class 5 Driver's License with the ability to obtain an unrestricted Class 4 Driver's License
Valid First Aid/CPR
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Certification
Demonstrated competency in English written and verbal communication
Basic computer literacy
Eligible to work in Canada
Requires physical strength, good balance, mobility and endurance for recreational activities
Position involves assisting clients with personal care needs