Adult Support Worker

Community Living Services Temp Kamloops, BC $29.22 - $33.54 CAD per hour

• Diploma in Human/Social Service or another related field
• One (1) year of recent related experience working with adults with moderate to severe behavioural and developmental challenges
• Or a combination of education, training, and experience.
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License
• A safe driving record
• Access to a reliable and safe vehicle
• TB Testing showing free from tuberculosis
• Physical abilities to provide individuals with personal care and recreational activities indoors and outdoors. Including supporting individuals in wheelchairs, and walkers, carrying, lifting, transferring, pushing, pulling, bending, assisting clients safely in and out of bed, and bath, and using lifts, and other health equipment appropriately.
• Following training is required and provided to the successful candidate free of charge. Existing certification is an asset:
  Emergency First Aid with CPR-C, Mandt-RCT, Safe Food Handling, Medication Management, CLBC Privacy, Anti-Bullying, and Harassment.
• This job requires union membership with a 1.85% union due deducted from pay.
• Criminal record check with vulnerable sector search.

• Compensation: $29:22-$33.54 per hour (Grid 11 as per collective agreement)
• Extended Health Care Benefits including Dental, Vision, Paramedical Services, Life Insurance, Employee & Family Assistance Program, etc. upon completion of the probationary period
• Annual vacation starting from 3 weeks after 1 year and increasing with seniority, as per the Collective Agreement
• Stat Holiday Bank accrued at 6% of worked hours, to be used on unworked stat days
• Wage increases with every 2000 hrs. of seniority, up until Step 4
• Fully paid training and professional development opportunities
• Community involvement and wellbeing activities
• Priority as an internal candidate for future job vacancies
• Interior Community Services is a Municipal Pension Plan (MPP) employer. Part-time employees' entitlement to MPP is determined based on the length of service and accrued wages. If the candidate is already a contributing member, then enrollment is on hire.

The Adult Living Support Worker provides care to adults with behavioral and developmental diverse abilities in a home setting. Responds effectively to the client’s needs while carrying out behavioral plans. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Collaborates with individuals, caregivers, and other community professionals to assess residents’ needs and develop and attain individual goals. Adjusts goals and strategies as required.
• Assesses personal care and health needs and performs care as required.
• Provides activities that support residents’ independence and encourage meaningful community connections.
• Provides healthy meals and snacks ensuring the specific dietary needs of the individuals are met.
• Manages general household chores including, meal plan and prep, shopping, laundry, yard maintenance, and basic repairs.
• Administers medication following the agency procedures.
• Supports residents to advocate for themselves and liaises with social workers, community resources, family, etc.
• Teaches relationship-building skills while fostering self-esteem, self-advocacy, and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Supports residents in managing their personal finances as needed.
• Schedules appointments and transports clients using the program accessibility van. (medical, optical, and dental appointments, family visits, recreational outings, etc.)
• Recognizes and responds to potential risks and emergency situations to minimize harm to clients, staff, and/or the public. Takes proactive measures to prevent potential escalations.
• Manages the residential budget including clear and accurate…