Community Support Worker, Supported Living

Key Responsibilities

• Promote dignity, respect, self-determination, and individual rights.
• Support individuals to make informed decisions and actively participate in their person-centered plans.
• Support individuals to access recreational, social, educational, and employment opportunities.
• Foster meaningful community connections and relationships.
• Assist with the development, implementation, and monitoring of person-centered plans.
• Support skill development, independence, and increased self-confidence.
• Collaborate with families, support networks, and interdisciplinary professionals.
• Provide support with daily activities, personal care, and health-related needs as required.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and challenging situations.
• Maintain a safe environment for individuals, staff, and community members.
• Complete accurate documentation and reports.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and ongoing professional development.
• Assist with financial record keeping, including petty cash and individual expense tracking.
• Implement positive behavioural support and behaviour management strategies.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Community Social Services or a related field. A combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Minimum one year of direct support experience with individuals with developmental disabilities, including those with complex medical or behavioural needs.
• Strong understanding of community inclusion, person‑centered practices, and positive behaviour support strategies (training in behavioural intervention is an asset).
• Experience supporting individuals in community‑based settings is an asset.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to remain professional, compassionate, and calm in high‑stress situations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to follow prescribed lifting, transferring, and behaviour support techniques.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts based on individual needs

Additional Position Information

Requirements

• This role requires the incumbent to undergo a Police Information Check (PIC), and a Vulnerable Sector Check by the Ministry of Justice.
• Valid Class 4 BC Driver’s License and access to a personal vehicle.
• Valid Intermediate First Aid, Food Safe, MANDT (Relational) and TB Health Certificate.
• This role is a unionized position covered by a collective agreement and represented by BCGEU.

Why Work with ILS?

How to Apply

• Internal Applicants: please submit your RESUME and COVER LETTER by accessing your ADP profile > Myself > Talent and then select Career Centre .
• External Applicants: please submit your RESUME and COVER LETTER through the careers link at Inclusionlangley.com/careers.
• We thank all applicants for their interest in working with ILS. Due to the volume of applicants, only those qualified and shortlisted will be contacted.
• We gratefully acknowledge that our work takes place on the traditional and unceded territories of the Máthxwi (Matsqui), qʼʷa:n̓ƛʼən ̓(Kwantlen), q̓icə̓ y̓(Katzie), and Semyome (Semiahmoo) First Nations where we live, learn, work and play.