Life Skills Worker

Community Integrtn Serv•North Vancouver, BC

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Community Integration Services Society is looking for compassionate and supportive people to help make a meaningful difference in someone’s life. 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. 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.

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
Union membership is required upon hiring (BCGEU)

Nice To Haves

Food Safe and WHMIS certifications
experience in medication administration
providing personal care
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
hold a basic understanding of behavior management and pictorial symbol communication

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.