Community Support Worker - Langford, Canada - Sooke Family Resource Society

Sooke Family Resource Society
Sooke Family Resource Society
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Langford, Canada

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Sooke Family Resource Society

Job Posting Community Support Worker
We are currently seeking a
part-time
Co-Op Student to join our team.

All employees of Sooke Family Resource Society are dedicated to serving the community and committed to supporting the society's mission statement.


Mission statement:

We provide people of all ages and abilities on southern Vancouver Island, with services and resources that encourage them to enhance skills, address challenges and create a path forward.


Job Title:
Community Support Worker Co-op

Co-op Term: May August 2024


Date Posted:
April 3, 2024


Closing Date:
April 17, 2024


Reports To:
Program Supervisor, Adult Outreach Services

Wage/Salary:
$ $29.76 (JJEP Wage Grid 10)


Location:
Langford, BC

Shift

Schedule:
Standard working hours Monday - Friday

Hours per Week: 20-30 hours per week

Note:
This position requires union membership.


Job Summary:


The role of the CO-OP Community Support Worker is to provide person-centered support services to adults who have been diagnosed with Developmental Disability and who face significant challenges with adaptive functioning.

The Support Worker assists in areas of outreach, skill development, community inclusion or employment support. Support staff may be asked to work directly with individuals one-to-one or in an activity group setting.


Key Duties and Responsibilities:


  • Maintains client caseloads based on referrals from the Program Supervisor.
  • Assists clients in recreational and social activities as outlined in their Personal Support Plan.
  • Provide client with life skills as outlined in their Personal Support Plan.
  • Assist clients in achieving their educational / employment goals as outlined in their Personal Support Plan
  • Provides flexibility and willingness to accommodate day-to-day variations in support requirements.
  • Provide clients with emotional support.
  • Provide clients with a positive role model.
  • Documents cases and maintains records to comply with agency guidelines.
  • Maintains an awareness of any issues (medical, behavioral, or other) experienced by clients and informs Program Supervisor.
  • Provide transportation to all areas within the South Island Region, as required.
  • Provides services to all clients in a culturally appropriate manner.
  • Promotes community inclusion.
  • Support, promote and attend SICC Adult Activity Club as required.
  • Maintains relevant program and agency standards in accordance with accreditation requirements.
  • Identifies social, recreational, and educational services in the community that meets the needs of the clients.
  • Report critical incidents immediately to the Program Supervisor.
  • Attends weekly supervision meetings with Program Supervisor.
  • Attends team meetings, as required.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned by the Program Supervisor.

Qualifications:


  • Education & Knowledge:_
  • Currently enrolled and in good standing with a recognized Human/Social Service Program
  • Training & Experience_
  • One (1) year recent related experience
or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience


Job Type:
Part-time


Salary:
$25.95-$29.76 per hour


Benefits:


  • Company pension
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Langford, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person
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