Community Support & Overnight Awake Worker, Supported Living
- BC, Canada
$25.17 to $28.85 CAD / hour · Full-time · Temporary
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Job details
- Pay
- $25.17 to $28.85 CAD / hour
- Job type
- Full-time · Temporary
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
POSITION TITLE: Community Support Worker & Overnight Awake Worker | |
POSTING OPEN DATE: October 16, 2026 | POSTING CLOSE DATE: October 30, 2026 |
STATUS: Temporary Term-Casual | HOURS/WEEK: 40 hours per week |
EMPLOYEE GROUP: Union (BCGEU) | SALARY RANGE: $25.17 - $28.85/ Hourly |
POSITION VACANCIES: 1 | POSTING LOCATION: Internal/External |
Inclusion Langley Society is a leading non-profit organization providing services and support to children, youth and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Langley and surrounding communities. Established in 1959, the Society delivers a comprehensive range of community-based programs that support over 3,000 individuals annually in achieving greater independence, inclusion and quality of life. We are committed to providing high-quality, person-centered support while fostering a respectful, collaborative, and inclusive workplace that values the contributions of our employees.
Position Overview
The Support Worker – Overnight Awake provides person-centered overnight support to adults receiving Supported Living Services. This role ensures the safety, wellbeing, and dignity of individuals throughout the night by remaining awake for the duration of the shift and responding to emotional, personal, and care needs as required. The position works collaboratively with the support team and upholds the mission, vision, and values of Inclusion Langley Society.
The successful candidate will provide dedicated support to an adult male on the Autism Spectrum. This role requires experience supporting individuals who may exhibit challenging behaviours and the ability to build and maintain a positive, trusting rapport.
This is a temporary full-time position expected to end May 31, 2027.
Schedule: Sunday to Thursday 11:00 PM-7:00 AM
Key Responsibilities:
- Remain awake throughout overnight shifts to ensure safety and timely response
- Provide emotional and personal care support when individuals awaken
- Support implementation of person-centered plans, behavioural support plans, and health care plans
- Apply positive behavioural support strategies and respond appropriately to challenging situations
- Administer medications according to established standards and maintain accurate records
- Complete hourly Overnight Awake Notes and required documentation in ShareVision
- Conduct bed checks, buddy overnight checks, and safety inspections per policy
- Respond to emergencies and crises, notifying the Supervisor/designate and completing incident reports
- Perform light housekeeping, cleaning tasks, and minor maintenance as required
- Support meal preparation, food prep, and cooking as assigned
- Maintain confidentiality and safeguard all entrusted information
- Work collaboratively as a positive team member while demonstrating the ability to work independently
Qualifications
- Grade 12 supplemented by a certificate in Community Social Services or related field (or equivalent education/experience)
- Experience supporting individuals on the Autism Spectrum and/or those who exhibit challenging behaviours
- Understanding of person-centered practices, community inclusion, and positive behavioural supports
- Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work calmly and effectively in potentially high-stress situations
- Flexibility and comfort adapting to change
- Ability to consistently follow routines, plans, and protocols
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and electronic documentation systems
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Availability for weekday and weekend overnight shifts
Requirements
- This role requires the incumbent to undergo a Police Information Check (PIC), and a Vulnerable Sector Check by the Ministry of Justice.
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and access to a personal vehicle (Class 4 an asset)
- Valid Intermediate First Aid, Food Safe, and TB Health Certificate
Why Work with ILS?
- Be part of a mission‑driven nonprofit making a real impact in the community
- A supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunities to build and strengthen your accounting skills in a complex, multi‑program organization
How to Apply
Internal Applicants: This position is open to all applicants. Please submit your RESUME and COVER LETTER by accessing your ADP profile > Myself > Talent and then select Career Centre.
External Applicants: please submit your RESUME and COVER LETTER through the careers link at Inclusionlangley.com/careers.
We thank all applicants for their interest in working with ILS. Due to the volume of applicants, only those qualified and shortlisted will be contacted.
We gratefully acknowledge that our work takes place on the traditional and unceded territories of the Máthxwi (Matsqui), qʼʷa:n̓ƛʼən ̓(Kwantlen), q̓icə̓ y̓(Katzie), and Semyome (Semiahmoo) First Nations where we live, learn, work and play.
Schedule: Sunday to Thursday 11:00 PM-7:00 AM
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Support Worker provides person-centered overnight care, ensuring the safety and well-being of an adult male on the Autism Spectrum. Responsibilities include monitoring safety, administering medication, maintaining documentation, and assisting with daily living tasks like meal preparation and housekeeping.
Requirements
Candidates must have a Grade 12 diploma supplemented by a certificate in Community Social Services or equivalent experience. Essential requirements include a valid Class 5 Driver’s License, First Aid certification, Food Safe certification, and the ability to pass a Police Information and Vulnerable Sector check.
Skills
- Person-centered support
- Behavioral support
- Crisis intervention
- Medication administration
- Safety monitoring
- Documentation
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- Interpersonal skills
- Housekeeping
- Meal preparation
- First aid
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Autism support
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Categories
- Social Services
- Healthcare
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- Community Support
- Supported Living
- Autism Spectrum
- Behavioral Support Plans
- ShareVision
- First Aid
- Food Safe
- Vulnerable Sector Check
- Police Information Check
- Person-centered care
- Crisis management
- Documentation
- Non-profit
- Social Services
- Class 5 Driver's License
- Microsoft Office
- Overnight care
- Safety inspections