#2192 - Residential Care Worker | Temporary Part Time at Developmental Disabilities Association

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Aug, 26

Salary

29.76

Posted On

21 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Adaptive Communication, Community Care, Mental Health Support, Positive Behavioral Reinforcement, Positive Behavior Support, Problem Solving, Patient Care, Crisis Intervention, English Communication, Lifting And Transfers

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

The Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA) has been a leader for advocacy and inclusion in BC for families with special needs since 1952, and now we need you. We have an opening in one of our group homes in Vancouver for a Residential Care Worker (RCW) to assist with residents’ physical, emotional, social, and recreational needs. We need your skills and experience to help British Columbians with developmental disabilities reach their full potential by supporting their rights and self-determination. Come see what we are about. Go to www.develop.bc.ca [http://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: RESIDENTIAL CARE WORKER | #2192 SERVICE AREA: Living Options LOCATION: Vancouver, BC START DATE: June 03, 2026 (Ending August 19, 2026) TERM/STATUS: Temporary Part-Time SCHEDULE/HRS: Wed/Thurs 08:30-14:30, Fri 14:30-21:30, Sat 14:00-21:30, Sun 07:30-14:30 // 33.5 hours per week HOURLY WAGE: $25.95 - $29.76 as per the collective agreement The Role: Residential Care Worker (RCW) assists residents to live successfully in residential settings within the community. The position ensures the residents’ physical, emotional, social, recreational, economic, educational, and/or medical needs are met. The RCW assists residents by enhancing their quality of life through activities of daily living. The RCW works both independently and as part of a team, and demonstrates the ability to take initiative and effectively problem solve using sound judgment. What We Offer: * A fully employer-paid, comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan * Employee and Family Assistance Plan * Municipal Pension Plan * Educational and Training Opportunities * On-the-job Training * Educational and training opportunities * Community involvement * An inclusive work environment Requirements/Education/Experience: * Degree or Diploma in area directly related to supporting people with developmental disabilities such as Social Services, Human Services, or Education * 1-2 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, or related equivalent experience * Experience with, or training in, areas of adaptive communication, and community care is an asset * Experience in supporting mental health and positive Behavioral Reinforcement preferred * Valid First Aid/CPR upon start date * Class 5 Driver's License * Willingness to obtain a Class 4 Unrestricted Driver's License during probation period * Satisfactory driver's abstract * Criminal Record Clearance * Must have training in positive behavior support * Medical Clearance (must be able to perform lifts and transfers of 40 lbs) * TB Test Clearance * Competency in English written and verbal communication * Eligible to work in Canada *This position requires Union membership. For more information, please visit our website at www.develop.bc.ca [http://www.develop.bc.ca] We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Responsibilities

The Residential Care Worker assists residents with developmental disabilities in meeting their physical, emotional, social, and medical needs within a community setting. The role focuses on enhancing quality of life through activities of daily living and supporting self-determination.