Community Support Worker - Casual
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Community Support Worker Casual
Job Title: Community SupportWorker
Location: Sechelt BC In Person
Employment Type: On call/ Casual
Compensation: $25.26
About Community Services
Since 1974Sunshine Coast Community Services Society has been at the heart of creatingpositive change for people on the Sunshine Coast. With a legacy built on carededication and adaptability we proudly offer over 30 impactful programsacross the region. Our work spans four vital areas: Community Action andEngagement Together Against Violence Child and FamilyCounselling and Family Youth and Childrens Services.
Guided by our core valuessocial justice interdependence diversitycompassion and respectwe are driven to empower individuals and strengthenour community. Were seeking passionate valuesdriven individuals who want tomake a real difference in the lives of others. If that sounds like you join usand be part of our meaningful journey!
About the Role
The CommunitySupport Worker for Arrowhead Clubhouse creates a safe and effective clubhouseenvironment where members can see themselves as valued participants in theclubhouse community. The Community Support Worker delivers frontline servicesworking sidebyside with members and reports to the Program Lead.
What Youll Do
- Facilitate an environment wheremembers aspirations regarding clubhouse participation employment educationhousing recovery and social involvement can be realized.
- Works sidebyside with membersto assess their skills and strengths and increasetheir selfesteem and employability by executing skill buildingactivities.
- Assists and advocates formembers in obtaining entitlement benefits psychiatric medical and addictionstreatments followup care after detox and/or rehabilitation treatment andutilizing other community resources.
- Monitors and supportmembers struggling with addiction for risk of overdose in the building or thegarden observes and delivers Naloxone and CPR if needed.
- Provides immediate Mental Healthcrisis intervention when needed until other services (VCH mental health teamsor RCMP) are available.
- Calmlyand proactively deescalates potential conflicts and facilitates the arrival ofthe desired outcome creating an inclusive respectful andeffective environment for members and staff.
- Leads program activitiesincluding set up and take down of equipment and supplies to ensure smoothdelivery.
- Collaborates with the ProgramLead program staff and members to develop and implement Clubhouse policiesprocedures and programs.
- Works with the Program Lead toensure members have opportunities to be engaged in program oversightdevelopment evaluation and implementation.
- Conduct new memberorientations/intake.
- Ensure the clubhouse andsurrounding grounds are open on time in good operational order and ready toreceive the members.
- Respond to the needs of themembers with practical guidance and advice.
- Builds rapport with members through onetoone active listeningencouragement and appreciation of their help and the offering of practicalguidance and advice (when requested).
- Supports members to engage in social interactions and increase theirawareness and access to community resources.
- Collaborate with other SCCSS programs.
- Ensures effectiveservicedelivery consistent with agency mandate and policy
What You Bring
- Solid understanding of the strengths and challenges experienced by adults living with mental health and addiction challenges
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in a related program.
- Belief in the capacity of all members to improve their quality of life.
- Exceptional communication skills.
- Comfortable working in an unpredictable environment.
- Knowledge of multicultural issues and culturally appropriate practices.
- Group facilitation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with and assist members to resolve conflicts.
- Knowledge of Universal Safety Precautions.
- Successful results of criminal records check.
- A valid drivers license and reliable vehicle is considered an asset.
- First Aid Certification.
- FoodSafe Certificate is an asset.
Additional Information
- Lifting and moving of supplies office supplies and other relatedequipment
- Moving of furniture such as setting up tables and chairs
- Kitchen activities such as cooking lifting and cutting
- Gardening activities such as racking shoveling and weeding
Why Join Our Team
- Competitive and Transparent Compensation: We value fairnessand clarity in our wages.
- Professional Development Support: Paid memberships for professional designationsand plenty of opportunities for growth.
- Community Impact: Be part of meaningful work that makes a real difference.
- Team Connection: Participate in our annual OffSite Team Building Day with funengaging activities that foster collaboration and connection
How to Apply
Please provideyour resume as part of your application for this role.
We arecommitted to ensuring our application process is accessible to all you require accommodations during any part of the application processplease contact
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on thebasis of race religion color national origin gender sexual orientationage marital status veteran status or disability status.
Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities.
Employment Type
Gig
