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Community Support Worker - Penticton
John Howard Society of Okanagan & Kootenay —Penticton, BC
- $25.75 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
Case Manager
EmployAbilities —Vegreville, AB
- $47,000–$51,000 a year
- Full-time
- Psychology
- Recruiting
- Social Work
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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10h
Peer Support Worker
EmployAbilities —Bonnyville, AB
- $45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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10h
Peer Support Worker
EmployAbilities —St. Paul, AB
- $45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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10h
Property Manager
BC Indigenous Housing Society —Vancouver, BC
- $60,500–$81,800 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Word processing
- Databases
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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7d
Case Manager
EmployAbilities —St. Paul, AB
- $47,000–$51,000 a year
- Full-time
- Psychology
- Recruiting
- Social Work
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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10h
Case Manager
EmployAbilities —Lac La Biche, AB
- $47,000–$51,000 a year
- Full-time
- Psychology
- Recruiting
- Social Work
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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10h
Peer Support Worker
EmployAbilities —Lac La Biche, AB
- $45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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10h
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Island Community Mental Health —Victoria, BC
- $32.84–$41.35 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- In-person
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Peer Support Worker
EmployAbilities —Vegreville, AB
- $45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Wellness program
- Dental care
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7h
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Childrens Corner Respite —Vancouver, BC
- Up to $2,764 a month
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Organizational skills
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Casual Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
PHS Community Services Society —Vancouver, BC
- From $32.84 an hour
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Outlook
- In-person
- Wellness program
- Dental care
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Executive Director
Connexus Community Resources —Vanderhoof, BC
- $106,964–$124,046 a year
- Immediate opening
- Master's degree
- Social Work
- In-person
- Disability insurance
- Relocation assistance
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7d
Heavy Duty Equipment Technician - Sparwood, B.C. - $5,000 Sign-on Bonus
Elk Valley Resources —Saskatchewan
- $128,000–$134,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
Executive Director
Fireweed Collective Society —Fort St James, BC
- $80,000–$100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Supervising experience
- Travel
- Mileage reimbursement
- Relocation assistance
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8d
Heavy Duty Equipment Technician - Sparwood, B.C. - $5,000 Sign-on Bonus
Elk Valley Resources —Alberta
- $128,000–$134,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Disability insurance
- Relocation assistance
Maintenance Worker
Ballenas Housing Society —Campbell River, BC
- From $25.98 an hour
- Part-time
- Carpentry
- Maintenance
- Microsoft Office
- Mileage reimbursement
- Disability insurance
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Adult Support Worker
South Island Wellness Society —Victoria, BC
- $26–$29 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Paid sick leave
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3d
Supportive Housing Worker (Casual)
Nelson CARES Society —Nelson, BC
- $31.56–$34.56 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Social Work
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Heavy Duty Equipment Technician - Sparwood, B.C. - $5,000 Sign-on Bonus
Elk Valley Resources —British Columbia
- $128,000–$134,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance

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Community Support Worker - Penticton

John Howard Society of Okanagan & Kootenay
Penticton, BC

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Job details

Full-time
$25.75 an hour

Qualifications

Class 5 Licence
Communication skills

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Position Overview

The Outreach & Community Inclusion Community Support Worker (OCSW) builds supportive, respectful relationships with adults referred by Community Living BC (CLBC) who have neurodevelopmental disabilities and complex support needs. At the heart of this role is helping people feel connected, supported, and empowered in their own homes and communities.

Working one-to-one, the OCSW partners with individuals, families, and community supports to set meaningful goals, build daily living skills, and navigate life’s challenges using strength-based and harm-reduction approaches. Whether supporting an appointment, sharing a skill, or responding to a tough moment with calm and care, this role is about meeting people where they’re at with patience, professionalism, and an open mind.

Major Responsibilities

Provide direct, one-to-one outreach and community-based support to individuals with complex needs.
Assess needs and collaboratively develop service goals related to daily living, housing, social inclusion, recreation, and life skills.
Support activities of daily living (ADLs) such as appointments, budgeting, shopping, and basic meal planning.
Promote independence, safety, and quality of life through strength-based and harm-reduction approaches.
Recognize, analyze, and respond appropriately to challenging or emergent situations.
Maintain accurate, timely documentation including daily narratives, assessments, and reports.
Collaborate with CLBC facilitators, family members, and community stakeholders as appropriate.
Contribute to positive behavioural support strategies and uphold professional boundaries.
Co-facilitate therapeutic, recreational, or educational group activities as needed.
Participate in team, office, or committee work when required.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

What We Offer

A supportive, caring, work environment with a focus on investing in our staff
Professional development opportunities
Immediate access to our robust Employee Assistance Program

Acknowledgement

The John Howard Society of Okanagan & Kootenay is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only shortlisted candidates and those eligible to work in Canada will be contacted.

Education & Experience

Diploma or degree in a related human or social services field (e.g., Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Human Service Work), and/or
At least one (1) year of recent, relevant experience supporting individuals with complex needs.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Skills & Competencies

Strong ability to work independently while maintaining accountability and professionalism.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including factual report writing.
Sound judgment and ability to manage challenging or emergent situations.
Commitment to harm-reduction, strength-based, and person-centered practices.
Ability to maintain boundaries, confidentiality, and ethical practice.
Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills.

Conditions of Employment

Class 5 driver’s license, clean driver’s abstract, and access to a reliable vehicle for transporting clients.
Successful Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Sector).
Availability to work a variety of shifts including weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process, please let us know!

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