#2207 - Residential Care Worker | Temporary Part Time

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 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 | #2207 SERVICE AREA: Living Options LOCATION: Vancouver, BC START DATE: July 18, 2026 (Ending July 12, 2027) TERM/STATUS: Temporary Part Time SCHEDULE/HRS: Saturday 08:30-14:30, Sunday 15:30-22:00 // 12.5 hours per week HOURLY WAGE: $26.83 - $29.76 as per the collective agreement (2024 rates, implementation of new collective agreement is in process and new wage rates $28.46 to $31.57 will be implemented once funding is received) 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: 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 We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

The Residential Care Worker assists residents in meeting their physical, emotional, social, and recreational needs. They enhance residents' quality of life through activities of daily living and work both independently and as part of a team.

Candidates must have a degree or diploma related to supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and 1-2 years of relevant experience. Additional requirements include First Aid/CPR certification, a Class 5 Driver's License, and the willingness to obtain a Class 4 Unrestricted Driver's License.

• Educational And Training Opportunities • On-The-Job Training • Community Involvement • Inclusive Work Environment

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Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Residential Care
• Support
• Problem Solving
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Initiative
• Behavioral Reinforcement
• First Aid
• CPR
• Adaptive Communication
• Community Care
• Mental Health
• Positive Behavior Support
• Lifts
• Transfers
• Medical Clearance

• Social Services
• Healthcare
• Education

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Postuler avant le

27 déc. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

13 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level