Job Description

Community Support Worker/Mentor

We are seeking an outgoing and positive female to support a 25-year-old woman with an intellectual disability. This part-time role focuses on helping her explore her passions, providing her with support at work, building friendships and helping her to take part in community life. The ideal candidate will share an interest in music/dance/hair/fashion/makeup/cooking/physical fitness/creative arts/books.

Please email your resume and application to

jrdragonfly007@gmail.com

if you are interested in the position.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Provide support at various volunteer and employment positions

Provide transportation to work and community activities

Research, organize and facilitate opportunities to join local clubs, groups and social activities that match her interests

Bridge connections and relationships in her communities of interest and in her geographical community of West Hills/Signal Hill

The ideal candidate will possess:

Excellent coaching skills - knowledge of and ability to demonstrate and support the development of skills - interpersonal and practical

The ability to work independently in unstructured environments and to employ effective time management skills. Punctuality and dependability are necessary.

Be ready and able to deal with unpredictable situations

Some flexibility required; typical shifts would be Tuesday 10:30-5:00, Thursday 1:30-9:30pm & Friday 10:30-5:00

Knowledge of community resources available to support her participation and inclusion within her community

A valid Class 5 driver's license; access to a reliable vehicle and applicable insurance

First Aid and CPR certification

Recent Police Check (within the last year) complete with a vulnerable sector check.

The successful candidate will be directly employed by the individual and her family. This is a self-employment situation where the rate of pay will be $25.16/hr. If you are interested in lending your skills and talents to making a real difference, submit your resume and application to the following e-mail address:

jrdragonfly007@gmail.com

(Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.)

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $25.16 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 20 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Commuter benefits Dental care Extended health care Paid time off Vision care
Application question(s):

Valid Driver's License and a Reliable Vehicle Valid Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check
Language:

English (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

First Aid Certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person