#2181 - Community Support Worker | Permanent Full Time at Developmental Disabilities Association

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jul, 26

Salary

29.76

Posted On

25 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Social services, Human services, Client service plans, Positive behavior management, First aid, CPR, Non-violent crisis intervention, Personal care, Instructional training, Communication, Computer literacy, Lifts and transfers

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Why do people select a particular job? Money, schedule, and fun? How about all of that? Developmental Disabilities Association needs a Community Support Worker (CSW) to assist clients with their physical, vocational, recreational, social, emotional, and daily life skill development. The CSW supports clients to achieve the greatest degree of independence and quality of life as possible. Since 1952, the Developmental Disabilities Association has been helping thousands of people in BC with developmental disabilities reach their full potential through support and advocacy. Come see what we are about. Go to www.develop.bc.ca [//www.develop.bc.ca] for all of our latest blogs and podcasts and scroll to the bottom of the page to connect with us on social! JOB TITLE: COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER | #2181 SERVICE AREA: Vocational & Community Services LOCATION: Vancouver, BC START DATE: May 11, 2026 TERM/STATUS: Permanent Full Time SCHEDULE/HRS: Monday to Friday 07:30-15:00 // 37.5 hours per week HOURLY WAGE: $25.95 - $29.76 as per the collective agreement The Role: The Community Support Worker (CSW) assists adult clients with their social, emotional, physical, vocational, recreational and daily life skill development. The CSW supports clients to achieve their greatest degree of independence in environments of their choice through participation in onsite and community opportunities. Duties include; participation in the development of individual client service plans & the opportunity to plan and lead programming while assisting with activities of daily living. The role will include working from East Richmond site and providing outreach services within Richmond and Vancouver locations. What We Offer: * An extensive employer-paid benefits package that includes healthcare and dental * Employee and Family Assistance Program * Municipal Pension Plan * On-the-job training * Professional development * Community involvement * An inclusive work environment Requirements/Education/Experience: * Degree or Diploma in area directly related to Social Services, Human Services, or Education. * 1-2 years of experience working with people with developmental disabilities in vocational & community settings. * Demonstrated ability to successfully implement instructional and proactive training programs for clients. * Must be able to perform lifts and transfers of 40lbs & be willing to go in chlorinated swimming pools. * Experience with principles of positive behavior management is preferred. * Criminal Record Clearance * Medical Clearance * Satisfactory Driver’s Abstract * Class 5 Driver’s License and use of a vehicle * Willing to obtain an Unrestricted Class 4 Driver's License during probationary period * Valid First Aid/CPR * Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification * Demonstrated competency in English written and verbal communication * Basic computer literacy * Eligible to work in Canada * Position involves assisting clients with personal care needs Training is provided for: Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification & Client personal care *This position requires Union membership. For more information, please visit our website at www.develop.bc.ca [//www.develop.bc.ca] We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Responsibilities

The Community Support Worker assists adult clients with their social, emotional, physical, vocational, and daily life skill development. They are responsible for participating in the development of individual service plans and leading programming in both onsite and community environments.