Community Support Worker

The Burnaby Association for Community Inclusion (BACI) is a community living organization that supports people with developmental disabilities across the life span to live a ‘good life.’ Our Community Inclusion (Day Program) is looking for a Community Support Worker  to work with people to pursue activities in the community based on individual interests, gifts, and defined goals. This role supports people to become active members of the community discovering and engaging with places of belonging.

POSITION : Regular Part-Time Community Support Worker

LOCATION : Community Based - Burnaby

SALARY : $25.95 / hour

HOURS : 30 hours / week

SCHEDULE : Monday-Friday (9 : 30am-3 : 30pm)

Responsibilities :

• Support people in one-to-one settings.
• Ensuring that individuals are connected to friends and family.
• Providing individuals with the opportunity to make meaningful choices.
• Encouraging and recognizing individuals' contributions.
• Ensuring that individuals are safe and promoting their health and well-being.
• Assist individuals to gain knowledge and experiences to enhance their independence and / or ability to participate in their community.
• Accessing community centres, swimming, participating in outdoor activities.

Qualifications :

Perks :

Qualifications for this position include :

Graduation from a Community College with an appropriate diploma or certificate in Human Services OR an equivalent of education and experience. Current First Aid & CPR, TB screening. A valid unrestricted BC Class 5 Driver’s License is preferred.

This position requires union membership, completion of Criminal Record Search as per the Criminal Record Review Act, and up-to-date vaccinations.

For bona fide reasons, this position is open to female candidates only.