Life Skills Worker at Hoffmann.Recruiting & More

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Feb, 26

Salary

25.95

Posted On

28 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Goal Driven, Clear Communication, Active Participation, Medication Administration, Personal Care, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Behavior Management, Pictorial Symbol Communication

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Description

Job description: LIFE SKILLS WORKER Community Integration Services Society is looking for compassionate and supportive people to help make a meaningful difference in someone’s life. Is that someone you? CISS values flexibility of work life balance. With only day time hours, a career at CISS is perfect for those seeking to enjoy both their career and life. WHO WE ARE: Community Integration Services Society is a non-profit organization that has been providing life skills services and support to adult individuals with developmental disabilities for over 30 years. Come be a part of our highly trained team who work alongside their clients to participate in programs and activities throughout neighboring cities. Become a positive role model for individuals by providing life skills training and support towards achieving personal goals. Status: Part Time Location: Port Coquitlam Schedule: Tuesday 8:00am-3:00pm and Wednesday 9:00am-3:00pm (13hours per week) Wage: $25.95/hour and $0.61/km while performing society business as per collective agreement. *New Collective Agreement Rates* THE BENEFITS: * Nights and Weekends Off * In House Educational and Training Opportunities RESPONSIBILITIES: * To assist clients in accessing community programs and to participate alongside with them. Activities include but is not limited to: skating, swimming, shopping, bowling, leisure and peer group events. * Provide behavioral support when working with people with challenging behaviors throughout various tasks and activities. * Use adaptive technology. This includes pushing a wheelchair or the use of other mobility devices. * Adapt and/or modify activities on a daily basis to support inclusion of the clients. * Maintain confidence in developing and implementing new programs while establishing client goals with measurable outcomes that can be aligned with the individual’s scheduled activities. * Preparation of reports, developing guidelines, analyzing data and maintaining client records. SKILLS AND ABILITES: This job might be right for you if: * You are goal driven. You are able to help set goals and create programs to assist the individuals in achieving those goals. * You communicate clearly. You are able to communicate verbally and through writing with the use of computers and technology. * You enjoy being active. You are able to participate alongside the individuals in active activities and community based programs. * It is an asset if you have experience in medication administration, providing personal care, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, hold a basic understanding of behavior management and pictorial symbol communication. REQUIREMENTS: * A Class 5 BC Driver’s License * A reliable vehicle for daily use for transporting up to more than one passenger * Business Insurance with a minimum 2 million liability * Valid first aid training with CPR/AED * Education, work or volunteer experience with people with developmental disabilities * Criminal Record Clearance * Food Safe and WHMIS certifications - asset * Union membership is required upon hiring (BCGEU) Please note: only those who have been short listed will be contacted. Thank you in advance for your interest in becoming a Life Skills Worker at CISS. Please visit our website for more information on our organization at www.gociss.org Job Type: Part Time Pay: From $25.95 per hour Benefits: * Extended health care * Paid time off Job Type: Part-time Benefits: * Casual dress * Paid time off Flexible language requirement: * French not required Schedule: * Day shift * No weekends License/Certification: * BC Class 5 Drivers License and a reliable vehicle (required) * FA/CPR Certificate (preferred) Work Location: In person

Responsibilities

Assist clients in accessing community programs and participate alongside them in various activities. Provide behavioral support and adapt activities to support client inclusion and goal achievement.