Company Overview
Family Connections Inc. is a community-driven organization dedicated to supporting children, youth, and families through compassionate and professional guidance. Since 1995, we have grown to serve over 1,000 individuals in the region, emphasizing family preservation and cultural respect.
Summary
We are seeking a Community Support Worker to join our team in. In this role, you will play a vital part in providing support and supervision to children and families, helping us foster positive change and strengthen community bonds.
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate support and supervision to children, youth, and families in various programs.
- Collaborate with families and other stakeholders to develop tailored support plans.
- Assist in implementing program activities that promote family preservation and individual well-being.
- Maintain accurate records of client interactions and progress.
- Ensure cultural sensitivity and respect for individual beliefs within all services.
- Support team members in crisis intervention and conflict resolution.
- Promote a safe and nurturing environment for all clients.
- Participate in ongoing training to enhance service delivery.
- Qualifications
- Proven supervising experience in a social services or community support setting.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
- Knowledge of family dynamics and child development.
- Compassionate attitude with a commitment to community service.
- Ability to handle challenging situations with professionalism.
- A Valid driver’s license is required.
- Strong english is mandatory.
If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families, we invite you to bring your dedication and expertise to Family Connections Inc. — where your work truly matters.
Pay: CA$19.00 - CA$21.00 per hour
Job description:
In your role, you will:
- Connect with and develop helping relationships with individuals with disabilities.
- Act as a strong advocate for individuals in the community.
- Work effectively with the individual and their support team to help achieve their goals.
- Completion of daily documentation.
- Support and participate in recreation and leisure activities.
- Perform administrative and cleaning duties relating to the operation of the home.
- Some Training (*Available from Family Connections Inc. at no cost to the employee)
- Security Clearance Check, including the Vulnerable Sector Search (within the last 6 months)
- Children's Services Intervention Record Check (within the last 6 months)
- Standard First Aid with CPR
- * Suicide Awareness or Suicide Intervention training
- * Cultural Awareness training
- * Medication administration training
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license, as well as a driver’s abstract (within the last 6 months)
- Auto Insurance, including $2 million third-party liability coverage
- Strong English skills are required
Required experience:
- Directly supporting individuals with disabilities
- Strong behaviour management skills.
- Experience with Non-violent Crisis Intervention would be an asset.
- Experience working in a residential setting is an asset
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you have a current criminal record check that is no more than 5 months old?
- Do you have a current Children's Intervention check that is no more than 5 months old?
- Do you drive? Have a car with 2 million dollars liability insurance?
- This position requires strong written and verbal English communication skills. Are you comfortable communicating professionally in English on a daily basis?
Education:
- Secondary School (required)
Work Location: In person
