Job Summary: Under direction of the SILP Coordinator 2, the Community Support Worker is responsible for delivering services to individuals living independently under the Supported Independent Living Program. The C.S.W. supports adults with disabilities to function more independently in their homes and in the community. Deliver one on one and group activities that support the development of life skills. Evening and/or weekend work is often required. Activities may require a moderate level of physical fitness.

Education, Training and Experience

Community Support Worker Certificate or equivalent education and experience

Three months experience delivering similar services

Experience working independently with individuals with disabilities

Experience in group process and facilitation techniques and in a community living setting

WCB approved First Aid and CPR certification

Class 5 driver license and own vehicle

Training in mental health and addictions an asset

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated ability to teach skills, provide individual client support, and leadership

Knowledge of theory, values and practices in community living

Effective interpersonal communication skills

Demonstrated ability to work alone and unsupervised, as well as part of a team

Demonstrated exceptional time and general management skills

Basic computer skills preferably experience with Microsoft Office

Advocacy

To advocate for individuals and families so they obtain needed support

To teach individuals and families self-advocacy skills

To advocate for support and change within the systems that affect participants and their families

Support individuals to find and maintain housing

Personal Attributes

Positive role model including modeling a healthy lifestyle

Empathy, warmth, and understanding

Ability to work effectively with staff, employers and organizations

Physicians health reference and Negative TB test

Current, satisfactory criminal record search and drivers abstract

Please Note:

• The successful candidate will begin employment within the Supported Independent Living Program.
• Hours of work are: Monday to Friday 9:00 - 16:30, however, they may vary subject to the needs of persons served and may include evenings and weekends on a Flex Schedule.
• This position is open to all qualified individuals and requires Union membership
• Applicants may request that a Union observer sit on the selection committee in the capacity of a disinterested party
• This position may become open to external applicants on the eighth day of posting
• If this position is advertised externally, closing date on external advertisement shall prevail
• This position will require use of employees personal vehicle for transportation