Hours: Temporary Full-time & Casual Positions: Monday-Friday 9am-3:30pm
Wage: $27.53 (to start)
Location: Port Moody
About Community Ventures Society:
At Community Ventures Society (CVS) we strive to provide person-centred support to adults and children who have developmental disabilities by helping them connect with their community and take advantage of opportunities to have a meaningful life.
Job Description:
The Community Support Worker supports adults with developmental abilities in our Community Inclusion program. The successful candidate will be supporting people with various activities including, but not limited to:
Supporting individuals to find and retain paid employment
Teaching life skills aligned with personal and employment goals
Supporting individuals to run their own social enterprises
Supporting and encouraging independence and self-determination
Recreational and leisure activities such as swimming, hiking and many more
Facilitating community inclusion and relationship building
Teaching and facilitating effective communication
What you bring to the job:
Experience working with individuals who have developmental disabilities
A class 5 driver's license (willing to obtain a class 4 license) and your own reliable vehicle
Current First Aid training (or willingness to obtain)
A clean driving and criminal record
Must be willing to learn about and implement Trauma-Informed Support plans, Positive Behaviour Supports, and MANDT
The ability to connect and communicate with the individuals we serve in a respectful way and be supportive of the needs of the individuals
What CVS Offers:
At CVS we appreciate diversity on our staff team andencourage applications from people whose identity has been typically underrepresented in the community. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.
CVS supports staff to further their education and training, and provides opportunities for advancement and offers our employees additional elements as part of their compensation including:
Paid vacation
Employee wellness and recognition programs
Counseling
TFT & Casual in Kamloops employer: Community Ventures
At Community Ventures Society, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. Our team thrives on building meaningful relationships and making a tangible impact in the community, all while enjoying excellent benefits, professional development opportunities, and a culture that values trust and respect. Located in Port Moody, BC, this role offers the chance to grow your HR expertise while contributing to our mission of inclusion and community support.
