THE ITA WEGMAN ASSOCIATION OF BRITISH COLUMBIA
COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER
Role Description: Casual - evenings/weekends
Availability: The successful applicant must be available on evenings and weekends.
THE ORGANIZATION
The Ita Wegman Association of BC for Curative Education and Social Therapy (Glenora Farm) is an intentional community based on an organic farm located in the rural community of Glenora in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island. Through the modalities of cooperative agriculture, inclusive arts and culture, and integrated home supports, Glenora Farm provides life-enriching day programs and empowering residential care for adults with developmental disabilities (Companions).
OUR MISSION STATEMENT
It is our common endeavor to create an environment in which those who are in need of special care, and those who provide it, can relate to each other as individuals rather than as professionals and clients. Thus we make room for creativity and personal fulfillment in the context of each person's privacy and spiritual freedom. In the way we live together, in the way we care for the land and in the things we create, we intend to uphold the ideals of Camphill, in which each contributes what they are able to, and receives in turn what they need.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
The Community Support Worker is responsible for supporting the Residential Care Worker in the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring the health, well-being, and safety of Companions.
The Community Support Worker provides support for Companions, including but not limited to physical care, help with feeding, and hygiene including washing, shaving, tooth brushing and toileting. The Community Support Worker participates in household tasks and models a positive lifestyle, contributing to a high quality of life and greater self-reliance for Companions.
The Community Support Worker communicates directly with the House Managers regarding care and support of Companions. The Community Support Worker honours and follows established household routines and Companion’s plans (risk assessment, care plan, recreation plan, behaviour support plan, safety plan, etc.)
The Community Support Worker actively participates in the implementation and ongoing documentation of Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and assists with the implementation of effective plans to maintain or teach new skills and behaviours, and supports actions to reinforce and maintain effective skills and positive behaviours over time.
The Community Support Worker supports independence and provides opportunities for Companions to learn and practice new skills; they provide opportunities for Companions to develop and promote their gifts, talents, qualities and abilities. The Community Support Worker understands and practices each Companion's preferred method of communication.
The Community Support Worker also works with other Residential Care Workers to facilitate relationship building, encouraging and supporting Companions living at Glenora Farm to explore and access broader community programs and services where appropriate.
TASKS AND DUTIES
Report Management: The Community Support Worker is expected to complete relevant reporting as required, accurately and in a timely manner. The Community Support Worker is involved in reviewing, sharing feedback, and providing information/updates on the Companion’s Individual Support Plan (ISP).
Database review and entries: The Community Support Worker is responsible for reviewing the Companion database and making entries including, but not limited to: incident reporting, critical incident reporting, goal tracking, entering meeting minutes, and ongoing event tracking.
Annual report creation: Collaborates with Residential Care Workers on annual submission of noteworthy events for the household activities, comings and goings, fun stories, and photos.
Fiscal Management: The Community Support Worker is responsible for accurate and timely receipt submission and processing. The Community Support Worker should work collaboratively with and refer to Residential Care Workers when it comes to Companion funds management.
Homemaking: The Community Support Worker helps make a house a home, and is involved in cleaning, cooking, snack preparation, housekeeping, and light gardening as requested by the Primary or Supporting Residential Care Workers.
Supervision: The Community Support Worker is supervised by the Residential Care Workers and the Facility Manager. The Community Support Worker supports the delegation and task distribution assigned by the Residential Care Workers with regard to duties and household tasks in the residence.
Communication: The Community Support Worker communicates in a timely manner with the Residential Care Workers to update them regarding any events that have taken place during the time they have been supporting the house.
SUPERVISION
The Community Support Worker supports the supervision of between 1- 6 Companions. The Community Support Worker adapts the tasks in the home to each Companion according to their interest, skills and abilities. The Community Support Worker reports to the Residential Care Workers and the Facility Manager.
DIRECT COMPANION SUPPORT
In addition to providing direct support to Companions in house activities, the Community Support Worker may be required to provide support to Companions in the areas of self-care, personal care, medication administration, nutrition, and maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the home.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
The Backfill Community Support Worker is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the home at all times. Knowledge and the ability to model all Glenora Farm health and safety policies and practices is essential.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS
Communication with Coworkers: communicates appropriately, respectfully, and effectively with Coworkers and other stakeholders. Demonstrates advanced interpersonal communication skills, emotional intelligence, and the ability to foster and maintain positive relationships. Manages effective self-regulation/care and personal awareness. The ability to model active and reflective listening skills
Communication with Companions: communicates appropriately, respectfully, and effectively with Companions. Demonstrates advanced interpersonal communication skills, emotional intelligence, and the ability to foster and maintain positive relationships. Manages effective self-regulation/care and personal awareness. The ability to model active and reflective listening skills.
Time and Task Management: uses time effectively and efficiently in order to accomplish the workload on time while prioritizing and delegating tasks as needed. Follows all Glenora Farm policies and procedures as well as professional standards and regulations. Provides detailed information on time used and tasks completed as requested.
Teamwork: Works respectfully, cooperatively, effectively, and collaboratively with other individuals and Groups to reach a common goal; observes and understands team needs and dynamics, and can problem solve with team members in a timely, respectful, and proactive manner.
Leadership: Maintains a professional and positive manner even in challenging situations. Engages Companions, Coworkers, and volunteers to accomplish organizational goals. Ability to explore new opportunities, identify gaps, and contribute to the Farm’s growth and develop goodwill in the community. Models all Glenora Farm policies and procedures.
Professional development and training: Actively participates in all mandatory training. Engages in tasks in a way that aligns with the training provided. Engages in any follow-up requirements (ongoing training/practice, recertification, testing, etc.).
Feedback: accepts feedback as a means of improving one’s performance and learning new and different methods and tools. Provides collaborative, proactive solutions and suggestions to the leadership team. Ability to take responsibility, perform reliably, and receive critical feedback/instruction. Can provide constructive feedback in a respectful and timely manner. Engages with supervisor notes.
EDUCATION, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
A combination of education and experience in the following areas is preferred:
● Community Mental Health Worker Certificate
● Community Support Worker Certificate
● Medication administration
● Live-in caregiver experience or equivalent
● Training or experience on a biodynamic farm or anthroposophical institution
● Previous training and experience in a Camphill Community
● Experience working with adults and/or seniors with intellectual, developmental, and
physical diversity, brain injury, and age-related illnesses.
● Knowledge of the local community's resources and service providers
● Experience / knowledge of Trauma Informed Care and practice
● Experience / knowledge of Person-Centered theory
● Experience / knowledge of light case management, progress reporting
● Non-Violent Communication / Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
● A valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to reliable transportation
● Valid Occupational First Aid Level One
● National Safety Code Drivers Abstract
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
● Demonstrate basic computer literacy, basic proficiency with Word, Microsoft Office, Xcel
● A Clearance Letter for Criminal Record Check specific to ‘vulnerable persons’ is required
for this position (provided in-house upon hire).
● Current TB test (immunization documentation) (provided in-house upon hire)
WELLNESS STATEMENT
Glenora Farm acknowledges the importance of healthy lifestyles and workplace wellness. It is the expectation that all Coworkers will maintain their psychological, physical, spiritual, and intellectual health and function as role models to others at the Farm.
Last updated August 2026
Job Type: Casual
Pay: From $24.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Duncan, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- Are you available on evenings and weekends?
Work Location: In person
Pay: From $24.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
