Community Support Worker

For over 33 years Pacific Coast Community Resources has been empowering individuals with diverse abilities to live the life they envision in the communities where they live, work and pursue recreational opportunities. Our programs and services are individualized and based on the person’s unique interests, gifts and aspirations. We believe diversity makes our community stronger. Community Support Workers care and support individuals living in residential homes within their community. Our employees encourage and empower supported individuals to be independent, self-determining and to live the life they envision while ensuring excellent standards of care, health and safety are maintained. PCCR is looking for Part Time and Casual Community Support Workers, or applicants with related training and experience, to work in staffed residential homes and/or community inclusion in the Duncan and Cobble Hill area. RESPONSIBILITIES - Ensure the individual’s rights & choices are respected - Proven ability to interact effectively with persons served - Coordinate, implement & facilitate the individual’s participation in community based social, vocational & volunteer activities - Empower individuals to be full citizens of their community - Foster positive relationships with family, colleagues, professionals & members of the community - Participate in the development, implementation & documentation of Individual Service Plans - Excellent understanding of behaviour management principles & strategies including mental health needs QUALIFICATIONS - Grade 12 education - Community Support Worker Diploma or equivalent - Minimum 2 years of experience in community social services/health care - Behaviour Management training - Ability to effectively communicate (verbal & written) with team members, professionals, families, & community members - Current Emergency First Aid/CPR - Criminal Record Check Pacific Coast is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all creeds, cultures, races and sexual orientations. We believe diversity makes our communities stronger and with us, differences are valued. Please send resumes to tana@pccri.com or apply at https://pccri.com/careers/