Community Worker - Still Creek, Canada - BACI

BACI

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Still Creek, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Pod Facilitator

Burnaby Association for Community Inclusion

Pod Facilitators at BACI contribute to designing, delivering, and evaluating the support provided in small group or pod settings.

Pod Facilitators work with people supported and their networks to develop natural support networks, and foster self-confidence to achieve personal development in all areas of people's lives.

They work closely with managers to assist in providing orientations, training, coaching, work direction and guidance to Community Support workers who work alongside them in pods.

Position:
Regular Full Time Pod-Facilitator

Location:
Community Based

Salary:
$28.32

Hours: 37.5 hours/week
**Schedule: Monday-Friday as per schedule

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

This role requires strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish positive relationships with stakeholders such as persons served, networks, and the broader community.
Pod Facilitators are nonjudgmental, respectful, and empathetic. This role requires comfort with facilitating group dynamics and meetings amongst pod members.
This role requires good organization and time management skills. Creativity, collaboration, adaptability and problemsolving are essential.
Willingness and ability to work flexible hours and/or weekends and evening. Working knowledge of computers and the ability to support others to engage with technology required.

Qualifications and Experience:

Diploma in Human Services/ Social Services/ Community Development from an accredited College or University is required.
In addition, two years' recent related experience in community involvement and development or a related field.
Demonstrated ability to work with individuals with a developmental disability or an equivalent of additional education and experience may be considered.
First Aid, CPR, TB test clearance and a valid unrestricted Class 5 BC Driver's license required. Use of personal vehicle is required. A job requirement for this position is complete and up to date COVID19 vaccination.

Perks:

Have access to BACI Wellness Program staff gatherings, Birthday off, massage program, staff appreciation.
Are eligible for a defined pension plan and receive benefits after 3 months.
Work in a supportive team environment where people share the values of inclusion and believe in the inherent value of all people.
Have a meaningful impact on the life of vulnerable people every day.
Access opportunities for growth and professional development.
Work in a unionized setting.

This position is open to all applicants and requires union membership. The successful applicant will be required to have a Criminal Record Search and Driver's License Search completed.