Community Living Counsellor - Staffed Homes

Surrey, BC
On-site
Posted Oct 16, 2026
1 position

$26 / hour

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Employment type: Part-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 29 hours per week

Job summary

Provide person-centered support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to foster independence and community integration. Duties include assisting with daily life goals, personal care, household tasks, and maintaining accurate records of activities.

Job details

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 Your role as a support worker will be providing support and actively engaging a supported individual to live a fulfilling and increasingly independent life. You are a motivated and outgoing person with a passion to for person-centered supports. This means you could be helping an individual to discover more of their community, learn new life-skills, find employment and more. Some of your duties can include: * Providing individuals support with various life goals * Home support duties (including, but not limited to personal care, bathing, bathroom support, meal preparation and light housekeeping) * Community outings (including, but not limited to volunteering, paid employment and leisure activities) * Maintaining records of daily activities and goal progression AVAILABLE POSITIONS Position #1 - Temporary Part Time (REC-905) * Monday 9am to 9pm * Thursday 9am to 3pm * Sunday 9am to 8pm 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: * Class 5 driver’s license (permanent staff must be willing to obtain a Class 4 license) * First Aid and CPR Certificate * Clear criminal record (paid by CLS) * Clean driver’s abstract * Access to a reliable vehicle ASSETS: * Experience with high medical needs is an asset (J-Tube, Oxygen Administration, Catheterization and Catheter Care, Suctioning) * Prior paid or volunteer experience * 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 $26.35 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.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Class 5 driver's license, a clean driver's abstract, and valid First Aid and CPR certification. A clear criminal record check is required, and experience with high medical needs or nonviolent crisis intervention is considered an asset.