L.I.F.E Counsellor
About The Position
Community Integration Services Society is looking for compassionate and supportive people to help make a meaningful difference in someone’s life. 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 develop goals and create programs to align with their aspirations. Become a positive role model for individuals as they work towards the four cornerstones of L.I.F.E. Services – Learning, Inclusion, Friendship, and Employment.
Requirements
- Degree/diploma in the Community Social Services field or equivalent education or work experience
- Certificate in Employment Counseling or equivalent education or work experience
- A Class 5 BC Driver’s License and a clear Drivers Abstract
- 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
- Union membership is required upon hiring (BCGEU)
Nice To Haves
- You are well connected to the community. It is an asset if you have experience in building relationships in the community and accessing community resources.
Responsibilities
- To facilitate and assist the individuals with their learning, inclusion, friendship and employment goals. Including but not limited to, educational aspirations, accessing the community, supporting safe relationships, and obtaining/maintaining paid employment.
- Provide appropriate role modeling and coaching for the individuals.
- 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 individual goals with measurable outcomes that can be aligned the individual’s aspirations.
- Preparation of reports, developing guidelines, analyzing data and maintaining client records
Benefits
- Full Employer Paid Benefits (Positions over 20 Hours per week)
- Flexible Working Hours including some evenings/weekends as required
- Municipal Pension Plan
- In House and External Educational and Training Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
