The John Howard Society of North Island

About The John Howard Society of North Island

To perform the job successfully the Community Support Worker must be able to perform consistently each essential duty satisfactorily. Other related duties may be assigned. Participates in the initial assessment, goal setting, and program planning such as “Personal Service Plans” for individuals living semi independently or in the Supportive Housing Program. Documents and implements the plan and provides input into the evaluation of the program. Evaluates client needs and develops short term plans to meet such needs with the active participation of clients and their families. Assists clients to function more independently in their own homes and in the community. Assists clients with daily life skills, social skills, and/or behaviour management. Teaches and assists clients with activities such as grooming, basic cooking, money management, shopping, household safety, pet care. Facilitates physical, recreational, educational, social, and vocational activities. Recognizes, analyzes, and deals with potential emergency situations such as clients’ aggressive behaviour to minimize potential risk and ensure no harm comes to the clients and/or the public. Reports problems to the supervisor. Ensures health and safety standards are maintained. Reviews and evaluates clients’ progress and makes adjustments to programs as required. Provides feedback and support to clients and/or their families. Accompanies and/or transports clients to activities such as appointments, shopping or leisure activities. Provides either written and/or verbal reports regarding clients’ daily activities and progress. Ensures that all required documentation is complete and accurate. Identifies social, economic, recreational, physical, vocational, and educational services in the community that will meet clients’ needs. Maintains liaison with other agencies, professionals, government officials, and the community. Performs other related duties as required. Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Training and Experience Diploma in a related human/social service field One (1) year recent related experience working one-on-one with individuals with FASD or similar disabilities Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Worker must: Demonstrate a level of cultural sensitivity and understanding of the client population’s cultural and socio-economic characteristics. Have the ability to form a mutually respectful partnership with persons served and their families in which they are helped to gain skills and confidence to address any issues and problems they face. Have the ability to accept the differences he or she will find among his or her clients. Have the acceptance of clients’ rights to self-determination and individuality and must not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, language, religion, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, age, abilities, socio-economic status, political affiliations, or national ancestry. Have a positive conviction about the capacity of people to grow and change. Have the ability to work respectfully in partnership with other team members, including referring authorities. Have the ability to set limits and maintain the helping role for the practitioner and to intervene appropriately to meet the needs of the persons served or other family members. Recognize the value of a nurturing family as the ideal environment for a person. Worker must have the ability to recognize persons with special needs and make appropriate referrals. Have basic computer and Internet skills. This position includes a full benefit package, enrolment in the Municipal Pension Plan, and three weeks of paid vacation. The hours for this position are dependent on the number of contracted hours we have available. Currently hours are up to 35 hours per week, but can fluctuate from time to time. 30 days’ notice will be given on any reduction of hours. For more details, please refer to Opportunities and Employment at http://www.jhsni.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Job-Posting-Community-Support-Worker-JH-124.pdf Closing: February 20, 2020 at 4:30 p.m. with a possibility of extension until a suitable candidate can be found. Benefits: Extended health care Vision care Disability insurance Dental care Life insurance Flexible working hours Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: $19.45 /hour Experience: Support Care: 1 year (Preferred) Location: Courtenay, BC (Preferred)

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