Community Support Worker
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:30pm-8:30pm (10 hours per week).
Are you passionate about supporting individuals with disabilities in achieving their goals? Are you looking for flexible, meaningful work where your efforts make a real difference? We are currently looking for a compassionate and reliable team member to support a client for 10 hours per week, with evening shifts Monday-Friday, 6:30pm-8:30pm.
This role supports individuals referred by Community Living BC (CLBC) in areas such as skill development, employment, harm reduction, and community living. Ideal for professionals seeking part-time, casual work with the opportunity to grow within a values-driven organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide skill development, employment support, and community-based harm reduction to CLBC-referred individuals.
- Assist clients in goal setting, daily living skills, housing stability, and personal growth.
- Offer emotional support, guidance, and crisis intervention when needed.
- Encourage independence, promote safety, and support clients in developing positive community and family relationships.
- Refer clients to community services such as healthcare, housing, employment, and mental health supports.
- Maintain accurate case notes, action plans, and monthly reporting as required.
- Transport clients in a safe and insured vehicle as needed.
- Collaborate with family/support networks and other service providers.
- Participate in team meetings, training, and community engagement activities.
- Remain up-to-date on CLBC protocols, health and safety standards, and emerging initiatives.
- Provide light support with household tasks such as cleaning or meal preparation.
Qualifications
- Clear Criminal Record Check required.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience working with individuals facing mental health challenges, complex barriers, or behavioral needs.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable insured vehicle, and willingness to transport clients when required.
- Knowledge of ethical counselling practices, confidentiality protocols, and life skills coaching techniques.
- Comfortable working independently in community-based settings.
- Strong computer literacy (Microsoft Office, email, documentation).
- Familiarity with local community resources and the employment and housing landscape.
Education & Experience
- Certificate, diploma, or degree in a related field or a minimum of 2 years’ experience working with vulnerable populations.
- A combination of education, training, and lived/professional experience will be considered.
Why Join the Piers Casual Pool?
- Flexible work to suit your availability.
- Opportunity to make a real impact in your community.
- A collaborative, supportive team environment.
- Great experience for those seeking future full-time or contract work in the social services sector.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Thank you for your interest in joining Piers!
Job Type: Casual
Pay: $24.00-$26.00 per hour
Work Location: On the road
