Community Support Worker – Part-Time
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Community Support Workers to join our team. Support Workers will assist adults with developmental disabilities and brain injury in community-based activities, skill-building, and social inclusion.
We are currently hiring for part time position. This is a meaningful opportunity to grow your experience while helping individuals engage in the community and achieve their goals.
Required Availability: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday (9:30AM-2:00PM)
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide one-on-one or small group support in community settings (e.g., parks, libraries, recreation centers)
- Follow individualized behaviour support strategies and visual or structured supports when applicable.
- Comfort supporting individuals who may experience periods of dysregulation, anxiety, or sensory overwhelm in community settings.
- Support social interactions and participation in meaningful activities
- Assist individuals in working toward personal goals and life skills
- Promote independence and confidence in public environments
- Assist with or supervise personal hygiene, if applicable
- Administer or assist with medication, if applicable and as directed
- Ensure safety and dignity in all support interactions
- Maintain respectful and professional communication with individuals, families, and team members
- Complete progress notes and documentation as required
Skills & Requirements:
- Experience and/or education supporting individuals with developmental disabilities or brain injury
- Valid Driver’s License and reliable car (PLEASE APPLY ONLY IF YOU HAVE BOTH)
- Experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities or brain injury
- Ability to follow behaviour support plans and direction from clinical or supervisory teams.
- Current First Aid/CPR Certificate
- Food Safe Certificate, if required by the program
- Clear Criminal Record Check (including vulnerable sector)
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong observation and report writing skills
- Mandt or NCI (Nonviolent Crisis Intervention) training is an asset
Availability:
- Part time: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $24.00-$27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Burnaby, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- For this position, you are required to drive the Individual and accompany them to community activities. Are you comfortable driving to different locations?
Licence/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (required)
- Driving License AND a reliable car (required)
Work Location: In person
