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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
Shelter Worker
The John Howard Society of Fredericton, Inc. —Fredericton, NB
- $18.00–$19.95 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Caregiving
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
- Dental care
- Life insurance
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Support Worker
John Howard Society of Ottawa —Ottawa, ON
- $23.53–$26.64 an hour
- Part-time
- Bachelor's
- Organizational skills
- Time management
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Native Liaison Officer (NILO)
John Howard Society of Kingston —Kingston, ON
- $51,867 a year
- Contract
- In-person
- Communication skills
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Support Worker - Kelowna
John Howard Society of Okanagan & Kootenay —Kelowna, BC
- $25.75 an hour
- Part-time
- First Aid Certification
- Case management
- Communication skills
- Dental care
- Paid time off
Caseworker, Cabin Initiative
John Howard Society of Kingston —Brockville, ON
- $53,656 a year
- Contract
- Microsoft Office
- Case management
- Computer skills
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8d
Knowledge Mobilization Caseworker-Project ReSet & T4C
John Howard Society of Ottawa —Ottawa, ON
- $53,633.18–$60,705.12 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Bilingual
- English
- Case management
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7d
Caseworker [ARC] - (Casual) #2026043
John Howard Society of Saskatchewan —Prince Albert, SK
- $21.54–$23.26 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
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1d
Transition Support Worker (DESIGNATED)
The John Howard Society of Nova Scotia —Lower Sackville, NS
- $26 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- CPR Certification
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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5d
Support Worker
John Howard Society of Victoria —Victoria, BC
- $26.15 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- Bachelor's
- First Aid Certification
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Peer Counsellor (Nanaimo Correction Center)
John Howard Society of Victoria —Nanaimo, BC
- $32.45 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Employee assistance program
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Overnight Outreach Worker
The John Howard Society of Fredericton, Inc. —Fredericton, NB
- $26 an hour
- Full-time
- Communication skills
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4d
Community Release Caseworker
THE JOHN HOWARD SOCIETY OF MANITOBA INC. —Winnipeg, MB
- $26.65 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- High school diploma or GED
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
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Program Coordinator Get SET & Institutional Services (Literacy)
John Howard Society of the Kawarthas —Lindsay, ON
- $34.31 an hour
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Bachelor's
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Casual Support Worker
John Howard Society of Victoria —Victoria, BC
- $26.15 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- English
- Bachelor's
- First Aid Certification
- Employee assistance program
Quick apply
Youth Counsellor - FTAP
The John Howard Society of North Island —Campbell River, BC
- $40.03–$50.59 an hour
- Full-time
- First Aid Certification
- Computer skills
- Communication skills
Quick apply
Contracted HomeShare Providers
John Howard Society of Okanagan & Kootenay —Vernon, BC
- $1,630–$3,000 a month
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- First Aid Certification
Indigenous Cultural Liaison (Nanaimo Correctional Center)
John Howard Society of Victoria —Nanaimo, BC
- $34 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Employee assistance program
Quick apply
Overnight Youth Worker
The John Howard Society of North Island —Courtenay, BC
- $25.17–$28.85 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driving
- Computer skills
Quick apply
5d
Relief Residential Support Worker
John Howard Society of Kingston —Kingston, ON
- $22.20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Office
- Computer skills
Quick apply
7d

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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

Full job description

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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