EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Position Title: Community Support Worker

Program /Team: Discovery

Hours of Work: Permanent, Part Time - 32.5 hours p/w Monday to Friday

Bargaining Unit: Unionized (BCGEU)

Salary: $25.95 per hour – Grid 10, Step 1

Location: Topaz Avenue, Victoria

About the Department - DISCO

The Discovery team emphasizes developing social and communication skills through visual cues, verbal prompts, and structured activities. They create a fun and positive environment with both varied and predictable weekly schedules, tailored spaces, and support for group activities. The program includes sign language and music therapy, promoting health and wellness through diverse recreational and community activities.

Required qualifications includes the following:

• Diploma in human services or a related field and/or relevant experience.
• One-year relevant experience within the social service sector.
• Experience in the delivery of personal care
• Mandt or Non Violent Crisis Intervention training.
• Minimum 6 months supporting individuals with high needs and challenging behaviours
• The successful candidate needs to be able to support clients in an aquatic environment, and must have a BC Class 5 driving license and able to drive a small SUV/van size vehicle.

Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate candidates with international driving licenses.

Other Skills and Abilities:

In this dynamic role, you will assess participants’ strengths and needs, providing skill training and creating opportunities for independence and community inclusion. You will focus on recreation, music, and creative arts within Team Discovery, while also seeking community-based social, recreational, and learning opportunities. Responsibilities include emotional support, well-being monitoring, program planning, documentation, emergency management, and ensuring health and safety standards.

About Garth Homer Society

The Garth Homer Society provides a range of person-centered services that support adults with developmental disabilities in leading fulfilling lives. Established in the 1960s by families seeking better opportunities for their loved ones, the organization has grown into a leader in disability services. Today, GHS offers day programs, employment support, residential services, and specialized care, adapting to the diverse and evolving needs of those it serves.

Before you apply for this position, you must meet the eligibility requirements. To be eligible to work in Canada, you must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada or authorized in writing to work in Canada under the federal Immigration Act. Eligibility to work in Canada is granted through citizenship, permanent resident status, or a work permit.

The Garth Homer Society is devoted to establishing a workplace that embraces diversity. Our inclusive hiring practices aim to offer equal opportunities to minorities, encompassing women, Indigenous individuals, people with disabilities, members of visible minorities and LGBTQIA2S+ applicants.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $25.95 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 5 Licence (required)
• First Aid Certification (required)

Location:

• Victoria, BC V8X 2X7 (required)

Work Location: In person