Job Description

Community Inclusion Support Worker

Kardel is a CARF-accredited agency providing residential and day service supports in the Victoria, Sidney, Nanaimo, and Duncan area. The services Kardel provides are funded by Community Living BC.

Kardel's mission is to help people with developmental disabilities have a good life and to respect their personal choices. Our vision is that of a community where all members live a full life, feel included and are empowered to make personal choices in their lives.

We believe that a strong commitment to diversity & inclusion enables us to truly make services better for everyone. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. Our goal is to ensure at every interaction all are welcome, comfortable, and safe.

JOB SUMMARY

Organizes and implements social, recreational, educational and life skills activities and programs designed to meet the individual needs and interests of people being supported. Activities may take place within the Community Inclusion center or in community settings.

General Job Expectations

Supports and promotes respectful treatment of individuals and acknowledges individual rights, demonstrates a high degree of tolerance for the unique personalities and challenges of persons being supported. Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to accommodate day-to-day variations in support requirements. Promotes community inclusion. Interacts effectively with people being supported and promotes positive behavioural intervention strategies, follows programs and approaches in a consistent, competent manner, and deals with aggressive behaviors in a manner that will protect both persons supported and themselves. Maintains appropriate ethical boundaries in all interactions with people being supported. Supports individual to communicate needs, choices and preferences, and supports the use of inclusive communication strategies. Supports and promotes friendly and cooperative relationship with families of people being supported. Supports and promotes a friendly and cooperative relationship with co-workers; contributes to mutually supportive team atmosphere. Supports and promotes friendly and cooperative relationship with CLBC representatives. When in attendance, contributes positively to staff meetings, special events. To be aware of and adhere to Kardel policies and procedures.

Requirements:

Community Support Worker diploma or equivalent

OR

Minimum 1 year of experience in community social services or disability support work Current Emergency First Aid/CPR-C certificate Negative TB test Must be 19 and over Criminal record clearance for vulnerable adults Class 4 or Class 5 BC driver's license (Class 4 required for permanent position) Personal vehicle (Required for permanent position)

What We Offer

Recognition of previous relevant education and experience On-the-job training, including MANDT, Medication Safety, Confidentiality and Privacy, Trauma-Informed Practice First Aid and CPR re-certification Community involvement An inclusive, supportive work environment Competitive Salary

$25.95 - $29.76 per hour

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision care benefits package. Career development opportunities
Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Pay: $25.95-$29.76 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off
Work Location: In person