Full Time Support Worker
The Full Time Support Worker (SW) assists the client with their physical, vocational, recreational, social, emotional, and daily life skill development. The SW supports the client to achieve the greatest degree of independence and quality of life possible.Education & Experience:
Experience:
- 1 year of experience working with people with developmental disabilities in vocational & community settings (At least 6 months in Canada).
- Certificate in a related human/social services Degree is preferred.
- College diploma with an equivalent combination of education, experience/training in mental health, childcare, medical or nursing is also accepted
- Demonstrates ability to successfully implement instructional and proactive training programs for the client.
- Must be able to perform lifts and transfers of 25 lbs.
- Experience in implementing positive behavior support programs in a day program environment is PREFERRED.
- Must be female (The person-served is female and requires female staff)
- Must be able to work with High behavioral challenges.
- Able to cook Western-style meals
- Skilled in active and respectful communication with the client who has support needs
- Able to build trusting, respectful relationships with the client.
- Demonstrates the ability to maintain interpersonal boundaries with the client.
- Assist with daily living activities based on individual needs (e.g., personal care, meal preparation, community access)
- Support the client in achieving personal goals and participating meaningfully in community life
- Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure consistent, high-quality support
- Maintain accurate documentation and uphold strict confidentiality standards
- Respond appropriately and professionally to behavioral, emotional, or physical support needs
- Criminal Record Clearance
- Must hold a valid BC Driver's license class 5 with no restrictions is preferred
- Medical Clearance
- Valid First Aid/CPR
- Food Safe
- WHMIS (we will train you)
- Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification (we will train you)
- Demonstrates competency in English
- Basic computer literacy
- Eligible to work in Canada
Schedule: Sunday to Wednesday OR Wednesday to Saturday Time: 8 AM-8 PM
Location: Port Coquitlam
Experience:
- Support Worker: 1 year (required) - At least 6 months in Canada
This is a unionized Position