#2036 - Residential Care Worker | Permanent Part Time

The Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA) has been a leader for advocacy and inclusion in BC for families with special needs since 1+52, 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 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 | #2036


SERVICE AREA:


Living Options


LOCATION:


Vancouver, BC


START DATE:


July 05, 2025


TERM/STATUS:


Permanent Part Time


SCHEDULE/HRS:


Saturday 07:00-14:00, Sunday 14:30-21:30 // 14 hours per week


HOURLY WAGE:


$28.25 as per 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:

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
Willing to obtain a Class 4 Unrestricted Driver's License within probation period (3 months)
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)
Competency in English written and verbal communication
Eligible to work in Canada
This position requires Union membership.
This position is only open to Male applicants.
For more information, please visit our website at www.develop.bc.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. Read more