Provide individualized, one-to-one support to adults in the community to promote independence, stability, and quality of life. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to implement person-centred plans focused on skill development and community inclusion.
Strive Living Society is looking for caring and enthusiastic individuals to join our progressive non-profit organization as Community Support Workers in our Supported Independent Living (SIL) program in West Kelowna.
The Supported Independent Living (SIL) Program provides individualized, one-to-one support to adults in their community, with a strong focus on building independence, stability, and quality of life.
This role involves supporting individuals with diverse abilities, including those with complex mental health needs, behavioural challenges, and co-occurring conditions, through structured, rehabilitation-focused approaches.
SIL staff work collaboratively to implement person-centred plans that promote skill development, emotional regulation, and meaningful community inclusion
00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
$25.95/hour *plus benefits upon meeting eligibility requirements.
*Some benefits have eligibility requirements of surpassing three (3) months and securing a regular position of 20hrs/week or more. The benefits and criteria may change from time to time at the discretion of Strive.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Strive is a non-profit registered charity providing residential and community inclusion supports to children, youth, adults, and older adults throughout the lower mainland since 1988. If you can relate to our mission and vision, we want you to work for us!
Strive’s Mission is “To partner with individuals of diverse abilities to lead healthy, fulfilling lives by providing a foundation of support.”
Strive’s Vision is “Building a continuum of services to support the needs of individuals at every stage of life.”
Strive offers fully paid benefits benefits*, great learning and development opportunities, and an engaging, positive environment for a long-term career.
*without precedence and without prejudice*
Strive Living Society is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, or disability.
Strive Living Society is grateful to operate on the traditional and unceded territories of the Coast Salish Nations.
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Requires a minimum of one year of experience or a combination of education and experience, along with a Class 5 BC Driver’s License. Candidates should possess a degree or diploma in a social science program and relevant certifications such as First Aid and CPR.
Market context
In British Columbia, behavioral-health roles often reflect ongoing demand in acute care, community mental health, and integrated service settings. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for current BC nursing registration, recent experience with acute mental illness, and comfort working on multidisciplinary teams. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit against the original posting, then tailor your application to show relevant mental-health and team-based experience.