How to become a community support worker in BC
Community Support Worker · British Columbia
Support people with disabilities or mental health needs in their homes and daily lives. You need a one-year college certificate.
THE ROUTE
The route at a glance
Admissions & Criminal Record Clearance
Submit college application and clear BC vulnerable sector criminal record check
Community Support Program (Douglas / Stenberg)
Complete classroom and laboratory coursework at Douglas College or Stenberg College
Supervised Community Agency Practicum
Complete 6 to 8-week supervised fieldwork practicum with an approved agency
First Aid, Food Safe & Crisis Intervention
Complete First Aid with CPR-C, Food Safe Level 1, and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
Frontline Employment & Care Practice
Begin employment as a Community Support Worker in residential or community settings
Admissions & Criminal Record Clearance
Submit college application and clear BC vulnerable sector criminal record check
Community Support Program (Douglas / Stenberg)
Complete classroom and laboratory coursework at Douglas College or Stenberg College
Supervised Community Agency Practicum
Complete 6 to 8-week supervised fieldwork practicum with an approved agency
First Aid, Food Safe & Crisis Intervention
Complete First Aid with CPR-C, Food Safe Level 1, and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
Frontline Employment & Care Practice
Begin employment as a Community Support Worker in residential or community settings
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You assist individuals with disabilities or mental health challenges with life skills, meal prep, community outings, and personal care.
Practice calm verbal de-escalation for behavioural distress and use proper ergonomics during client transfers.
You can advance to residential group home manager or specialized behaviour consultant.
You can also complete a Bachelor of Social Work to become a registered clinical caseworker.
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