Join our team as a Casual Community Support Worker. We have opportunities at day programs and staffed homes located in Ladner, Delta, Tsawwassen and Surrey. Morning, evening and weekend shifts are available, at a salary range between $25.95 - $29.76 per hour, plus 10.6% in lieu of benefits.
Who We Are:
Kyndred Community Living Society is a person-centered, progressive and impactful non-profit organization. We help people with developmental disabilities by facilitating community connections, family supports, employment opportunities, and supportive housing options with a commitment to life-long learning, choice and self-determination.
About the Opportunity:
As a Casual Community Support Worker, you will be assigned shifts at day programs and/or staffed homes. You will be actively engaging supported individuals to live a fulfilling and independent life. You are a motivated and personable individual with a passion to deliver person-centred supports. This means you could be helping an individual to discover more of their community, learn new life-skills such as cooking, physical fitness activities, art classes, or seeking employment. You assist with their physical, social, emotional, educational and recreational needs. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Following an individual care plan,
- Developing monthly plans and facilitating activities based on client’s interests,
- Documenting activities and observations in the client’s file and communication log,
- Physically assist individuals with activities such as swimming and walking.
- Must be physically healthy to aid in lifting and transferring of persons served and be able to provide personal care including toileting and grooming.
Qualifications:
- Diploma in a field related to Human Sciences, or a combination of education and practical experience working with developmental and physical disabilities
- First Aid & CPR
- FOODSAFE Level 1
- Knowledge of community resources and recreational activities,
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with persons served and colleagues
- Ability to perform physical tasks, including heavy lifting when necessary
- Compassionate nature with a commitment to promoting independence.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, we invite you to apply today and join our supportive team at Kyndred Community Living Society!
Job Types: Permanent, Casual
Pay: $25.95-$29.76 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
Application question(s):
- What type of driver's license do you have (i.e., Class 4, Class 5, Class 7, Learner's Permit, No License)
- What is your regular availability to work? Please be specific with days and hours.
Licence/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (preferred)
- Food Safety Certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person
