Beyond Barriers Support Society is a community-based organization that supports adults with diverse intellectual abilities throughout the Creston Valley. Our programs focus on lifelong learning, community inclusion, recreation, and employment. We are currently seeking a motivated and reliable individual to fill a temporary role, with the potential for additional hours and longer-term opportunities.

Position Details

• Position Type: Temporary full-time
• Schedule: Monday to Fridays (35hrs/wk)
• Start Date: ASAP
• Wage: As per union contract - $25.95-27.54/hr based on training
• Worksites:
• 921 Railway Blvd, Creston B.C.,
• 1022 Canyon St., Creston, B.C.,
• and/or various community locations

Key Responsibilities – Vocational Counsellor

The Vocational Counsellor will provide the individuals we serve with personalized employment support to help obtain meaningful work.

This includes supporting the participants with the following:

• Writing resumes
• Preparing for job interviews
• Building job-readiness skills
• Developing Job-search strategies
• Acquiring skills or training for sustainable employment

The Vocational Counsellor will also report outcomes and measures for the employment program as per CLBC guidelines

Additional responsibilities:

• Provide support for individuals with developmental disabilities
• Arrange and participate in group activities
• Assist with community integration and participation in meaningful activities
• Develop and implement individualized programs
• Write and maintain log notes, goals and individual service plans
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and engaging environment

Qualifications

• CLBC Employment (ie: Vocational Counsellor) training
• Experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities (asset)
• Knowledge or experience with dementia/Alzheimer’s (asset)
• Ability to design and deliver individualized programs and implementing person-centered supports
• Valid B.C. driver’s license with clean abstract and proof of insurance
• Current First Aid/CPR certification (reimbursed by employer)
• Successful completion of a criminal record check (reimbursed by employer)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic computer skills including word processing and data entry in spreadsheets

Additional Information

• Training will be arranged by the Executive Director and provided by the permanent staff
• This position requires union membership

Please apply in writing to:

Executive Director

cceramic@telus.net

Quote Posting #: 202603

Application Deadline: April 30, 2026

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $25.95-27.54/per hr based on training

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.95-$27.54 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Work Location: In person