Facilitator (Permanent) - Cranbrook - 2026.041

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Community Living British Columbia (CLBC) is a Crown corporation responsible for arranging supports and services for adults with developmental disabilities and their families. CLBC staff strive to advance the vision of Communities of belonging, lives with connection .

Term/Status: Permanent, Full-time (70 hours bi-weekly)
Classification/Salary: Social Program Officer (Growth to R24) / Position starts at $71,771 to $76,071 annually
Team: Kootenays-Cranbrook
Location: Cranbrook (hybrid - 3 days in office after passing a 6-month probation)

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About the opportunity:

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting and facilitating access to generic services, informal supports, and CLBC-funded services and allocation of small targeted amounts of funding
• Assist the individual and their family in identifying the activities and resources required to reach their goals, by supporting the individual to explore their capacity and enhance their ability to make informed decisions
• Providing information about informal community supports, generic services, CLBC services, and peer and family support services available
• Collaborating with other service providers to assist the individual in responding to crises and resolving problems
• Coordinating services
• Creating and implementing individual support plans, which include informal and formal safeguards
• Assist individuals and families in connecting to their community to build on the strengths and assets of the individual
• Confirming eligibility for CLBC-funded services

What you will bring:

• Preference will be given to candidates with a Bachelor of Social Work or an equivalent degree
• Experience working in the Community Living field with children, youth or adults with developmental disabilities and their families
• An equivalent combination of relevant education/experience may be considered

We're also looking for:

• Strong verbal and written ability to connect effectively with individuals and families
• Collaborative planning ability to partner with individuals and their support circle to create meaningful, person-centred plans
• Ability to apply critical thinking and sound judgment to develop and implement effective solutions
• Person-centred approach to ensure the individual's voice is central in all decisions
• Ability to foster positive, productive relationships with individuals, families, and community partners
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results within deadlines
• Creative & flexible thinking while working within a policy framework to identify support options tailored to individual needs

Benefits: A rewarding career at CLBC comes with great benefits, including:

• Employer-paid extended health and dental plan
• A BC Public Service Pension plan with employer contributions
• Generous vacation plus additional personal days
• Paid maternity/parental/adoption leave
• Life insurance, paid sick days, and, if needed, long-term disability
• Wellness supports, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Professional development funds and resources to encourage continuous learning and skill development
• Access to government discounts on travel, cell phones, and more

Additional Info:

• Occasional overnight travel might be required within the region
  
• Possession of a class 5 driver's license and a clean driver's abstract are required
• Successful applicants are subject to a Criminal Record Check
• An eligibility list for internal candidates may be established

Closing date: February 26, 2026

If your application is shortlisted, you'll be invited to an interview where you'll have the opportunity to share more about your experience. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This opportunity is open to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada.