$21 · Community Support Worker

Do you love having variety in your job? What about attend concerts with the People you work with? How about going on roadtrips? All of these are just part of what we call a typical day. If any of this peaks your interest, we may have the job for you! Vital Society is looking for enthusiastic and fun-loving people to join their team! The possibilities are endless. We currently are hiring for casual, part time, and even some full time positions, that are waiting to be filled by the right applicant. Permanent and Temporary part/full time positions qualify for benefits such as, Extended Health, Dental and Opthamologist appointments and eye wear. Job Duties • Responsible for a range of services for people with developmental disabilities and/or mental illness and their families • Supports individuals with personal care assistance and maintaining a standard that will ensure that they are seen positively by their friends, family and community • Promote and maximize independence in the group residence, and community settings by providing opportunities for persons served to learn and practice new skills while developing their gifts, talents, qualities and abilities • Assistance with all activities of daily living including but not limited to: bathing, community activities, medical appointments, providing meals, and following care plans as outlined by professionals • Maintaining positive working relationships with all professionals involved in the care of the individuals • Participate in the development, implementation and ongoing documentation of Person Centered Plans (PCPs) Required Qualifications • To be knowledgeable and adhere to all care plans • Driver’s license and acceptable driver’s abstract • To be knowledgeable in Community Care Facility Licensing Requirements and CLBC funding guidelines • Fully vaccinated against Covid-19 Desired Qualifications • Demonstrate ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriate boundaries in a group home, community settings and with families • Excellent communication skills in all required formats • Demonstrate proficiency with documentation • Familiarity with technology and software programs (Com Vida, Microsoft Word, e-mail, Nucleus etc.) • Demonstrate ability to seek out activities both in and outside the community that meet the goals of the persons served and have fun participating in these activities • Demonstrate ability to administer medications according the MAR sheet with close attention to detail • Be enthusiastic and ready to have fun everyday Restrictions & Requirements • This position requires BCGEU membership • This position is open to all applicants. Application & Selection Process Applicants must submit expressions of interest via email to hiring@vitals.ca Expressions of interest must include: • Competition title and number • Resume indicating all qualifications and experience the applicant wishes to have considered • Cover letter demonstrating how those qualifications and experience fit the applicant for the position.