Direct Support Professional Jobs

Are you looking for challenging and rewarding employment?
Are you a people person who likes to help, coach, mentor, guide and walk alongside others?
Do you want to make a difference and build connections within your community?
If yes, we have the opportunity for you, Chilliwack Society for Community Living is looking for Community Living Support Workers in Chilliwack, BC!
Chilliwack Society for Community Living has a number of part time and full time opportunities available for people who hold a Class 4 driver's license .
Recipient of the Canadian Non Profit Employer of Choice Award (neoc.ca) since 2017!
Opportunity to positively impact the community and contribute to a "Centre of Excellence"
Culture of appreciation, recognition and inclusiveness
Training, job development, and professional growth opportunities
Comprehensive benefits and Municipal Pension Plan (MPP), when eligible
Competitive Wages: $21.63 - $25.19 per hour
What You'll Do As The Community Support Worker
Provide support to individuals with varied abilities.
Perform safe lifting and transferring techniques (training provided) - if/when needed
Participate in the same events and activities as the individual(s) you are supporting (e.g.: swimming), including transportation of supported individuals.
Promote and support Individual rights and facilitate meaningful community inclusion.
Encourage learning opportunities for personal growth and development for the individual(s) you are supporting.
Encourage and create opportunities for the development of personal relationships for the individual(s) you are supporting.
Support, guide, mentor, coach and encourage individuals to develop personal goals and support them to work towards achieving their goals.
Promote Positive Behaviour Supports and effective communication.
This position requires Union membership (BCGEU)
Qualifications That Will Help Your Application
Education and/or experience working with people with diverse abilities, particularly individuals with high risk behaviours and high medical needs. Knowledge and experience in positive behavioral supports.
Must be physically able to meet the demands of the job, such as: lifting/transferring (if necessary), personal care (if necessary), participating in a variety of activities within the community.
Able to adapt and accommodate to individual needs without prejudice or influence.
Willing to be a team player and supportive co-worker.
Positive, pleasant work attitude, effective communication skills, and great work ethic.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft word, excel, power point, publisher.
Must possess a valid BC Class 4 Driver's License, for PT/FT opportunities that indicate this requirement (some Class 5 opportunities exist as well)
Emergency or Occupational First Aid Certification with CPR (or a willingness to obtain
First Aid Certification during probation period).
Able to meet all other CSCL employment criteria (e.g.: Criminal Record Check(s), Doctors Certificate of Good Health, Food Safe , Covid Vaccination Requirements, etc.)
Schedule
Full-Time, Part-Time & Casual/Relief Positions available. For a list of postings, visit
Other titles for this role: Support Worker, Caregiver, Social Services, Social Work,
Mental health, summer, care aide, Support Work.
Questions before Applying? Send us a message!
For more information about CSCL, check out our Indeed Company Page by clicking on our company name at the top of this post
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual
Part-time hours: 8-40 per week
Salary: From $21.63 per hour
Benefits
Automobile allowance
Casual dress
Company events
Company pension
Dental care
Disability insurance
Discounted or free food
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision care
Wellness program
Schedule
8 hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Holidays
Monday to Friday
Morning shift
Night shift
On call
Overtime
Weekends as needed
Supplemental Pay Types
Overtime pay
Ability To Commute/relocate
Chilliwack, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification
Class 4 Driver's License? (required)
Covid Vaccination (at least two doses?) (required)
Work Location: In person