Service Coordinator (Independent Living)

Vancouver, BCOnsiteFull Time$31–$31 /hrPosted 23 days ago

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Required skills

Person Centered
Active Support
social inclusion
skill development
independence
community participation
Clear criminal record

Nice to have

Class 5 driver’s license
Class 4 license
reliable vehicle
Mandt System®
Person Centered Active Supports

Role summary

The Community Living Society (CLS) seeks a Service Coordinator for its Independent Living program. This role focuses on service and housing, identifying and implementing learning opportunities, activities, and events to foster independence, social connections, and community participation for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include gathering input from individuals, researching community resources, maintaining resource inventories, planning and facilitating activities, assisting with tenant onboarding, and maintaining relationships with housing providers. The position requires experience in planning and facilitating group activities, First Aid/CPR certification, and a clear criminal record. A Class 5 driver's license and access to a vehicle are assets.

About Us

The Community Living Society (CLS) is an innovative non-profit organization which since 1978 has been dedicated to supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities so that they can live full, productive and meaningful lives. We are leaders in providing quality Person Centred support through our residential, individualized and community based supports so that people can reach their greatest potential. We have over 500 employees and work with over 400 individuals throughout the Lower Mainland.

About the Opportunity

With the support and oversight of the Manager of Independent Living, The Service Coordinator takes a macro view of the Independent Living (IL) program in two main areas; service and housing. The Service Coordinator identifies, plans and implements learning opportunities, activities and events that respond to the wishes and needs of the individuals supported by the program. They facilitate meaningful and enriching activities that focus primarily on building skills for independence and supporting social connections and belonging in the community. The Service Coordinator helps to support and maintain the partnerships with Housing Providers. Some of your duties can include:

Actively solicits input from Supported Individuals to determine priorities for learning opportunities and activities (e.g. meetings, surveys, phone calls, CLS Self-Advocate Committee, etc.).
Attends and/or reviews ISQLP meetings to determine priorities or common themes (e.g. banking, nutrition, cooking, lack of social connections, etc.).
Researches and identifies (virtual and in-person) community opportunities and resources that could be accessed or used to address properties (e.g. community kitchens, trainers, etc.).
Assembles and maintains an active inventory of resources and materials for easy access by the IL Supported Individuals and staff.
Develops a plan (e.g. calendar) of regular learning sessions, activities and events that support the priorities and mandate of the program.
Organizes, facilitates and (at times) delivers learning opportunities, activities and events.
Helps to screen and onboard new tenants for units available through CLS’s Housing Partnership.
Maintains ongoing contract with Housing Providers to support and foster good working relationships.
Problem solves issues that arise between the Supported Individuals and the Housing Provider.
Provides support to and helps facilitate the Self-Advocates Committee.
Provides direct support to Supported Individuals attending or participating in learning sessions, activities and events, where appropriate.
Provides direct support in an emergency or at the request of the Manager.

Available Positions

Position #1 - Permanent Full Time (REC-861)

Scheduled is TBD

Weekends if necessary

About You

You are interested in supporting others and show an understanding of the person-centered and active support approach. Additionally, you have the following requirements:

Required:

Prior paid or volunteer experience in planning and facilitating group activities that promote social inclusion, skill development, independence, and community participation.
First Aid and CPR Certificate
Clear criminal record (paid by CLS)

Assets:

Class 5 driver’s license (permanent staff must be willing to obtain a Class 4 license)
Access to a reliable vehicle
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training
Mandt System®
Knowledge of Person Centered Active Supports

Our Commitment to You

We make significant investments in our people, which is why we take great care to hire those who we believe will thrive in CLS over the long term. Our progressive and unique culture sets us apart and provides:

Various internal leadership and development opportunities
Interesting and relevant training opportunities
Meaningful rewards and recognition

Wage: Starting at $30.70 per hour

We at Community Living Society celebrate and embrace diversity as an integral part of our organization. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to be an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment for both our employees and supported individuals alike, ensuring everyone feels valued and respected.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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