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Residential Community Support Workers (Victoria - Casual Pool)
Residential Community Support Workers (Victoria - Casual Pool)WJS Canada • British Columbia, CA
Residential Community Support Workers (Victoria - Casual Pool)

Residential Community Support Workers (Victoria - Casual Pool)

WJS Canada • British Columbia, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Temporary
Job description

In Your Role You Will

  • Independently work with client(s) towards achieving the goals set out in their Individual Support Plan (ISP); encouraging them during setbacks and celebrating successes with them.
  • Support / supervise complex behavioural, emotional and social needs / development (in the residence & during community activities)
  • Use de-escalation techniques to deal with challenging behaviours.
  • Assist client in developing life skills within the home including household chores (meal prep, cleaning, etc.) in a consistent, healthy & safe environment and their community.
  • Model healthy relationships and setting boundaries
  • Transports and assists residents to appointments, shopping or leisure activities; operates motor vehicles safely and legally while transporting clients or on Taproot business.
  • Request a job description for full duties and responsibilities.
  • Prior to confirmation of employment, all applicants must provide a copy of a current Criminal Record Check and / or Government Screening Letter. These checks vary depending on province and sector and will be communicated by the Program Hiring Team.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

  • Diploma or Degree in Child and Youth Care, Psychology, Social Work, Disability Studies, Sociology, Healthcare Aide, PSW, Practical Nursing or equivalent
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience in adult, child and youth care, or with individuals with a developmental disability, mental health issues or brain injury in a community-based setting.
  • Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
  • Other related fields of experience include Community Support Worker, Education Assistant, Special Needs, Behaviour Interventionist, Youth Worker
  • Valid BC Driver’s Class 5 License and clean driver’s abstract
  • A reliable, safe vehicle that has appropriate insurance is an asset
  • Positive behavior supports experience and Trauma informed care an asset.
  • Valid CPR / First Aid, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate (Mandt) and Conflict Resolution Certificate (or ability to obtain within probation period)
  • Successful applicants will be required to participate in MCFD screening and provide three (3) professional reference prior to confirmed employment with Taproot Community Support Services.
  • What Taproot Community Support Services Does

    At Taproot, your passion for helping others can truly make a difference. As an employee-owned company, we value collaboration, learning, and innovation. Our strength-based approach guides both our care and how we support each other. Join a team where your voice matters, and together, we’re building a company we’re proud of.

    Our Employees Enjoy

  • Employee ownership from day one through our EOT, with opportunity for profit-sharing dividends
  • Work / life balance
  • Learning and career development opportunities
  • Competitive wages and salaries
  • Paid vacation and benefits for eligible employees
  • Defined benefit pension plan (Municipal Pension Plan) for eligible employees within British Columbia
  • Matching RRSP plan for eligible employees within Alberta
  • Professional development opportunities and job-related training
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Long Service Milestone rewards
  • Employee referral bonus program
  • A values-driven workplace — as a Certified B Corp, we're committed to using business as a force for good
  • For more information on Taproot Community Support Services visit our website : taproot.ca

    No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you! Please apply.

    Equal-Opportunity Employer

    Our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is unwavering. We believe that varied backgrounds and experiences fuel innovation and success. As an equal-opportunity employer, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion across all operations. We're seeking candidates passionate about contributing to our multicultural teams and enriching our workplace with their unique insights and cultural sensitivity.

    We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.

    No telephone calls please. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.

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