Overcoming Obstacles, Encouraging Abilities
Richmond, BC
Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA) is a community living agency and leading employer in BC’s social services sector. With over 50 community-based programs and services for children, youths, and adults in Vancouver and Richmond, we offer superior programs and services to enable people with developmental disabilities to reach their full potential. We create extended networks of support, invest in individual needs, and strive for an inclusive and safe community. Over 1,800 individuals and families in the Vancouver and Richmond area are serviced by DDA every year.
On-site · Vancouver
The Residential Care Worker provides individualized support to a young adult with Autism Spectrum Disorder, focusing on communication, safety, and emotional regulation. The role involves maintaining consistent engagement and supervision while assisting with daily community activities and personal care needs.
On-site · Vancouver
Supervise and support clients with intellectual, mental health, and physical disabilities living in group homes. Responsibilities include assessing client needs, coordinating with healthcare providers, and accompanying clients to appointments.
On-site · Richmond
Supervise and support clients with intellectual, mental health, and physical disabilities living in group homes. Responsibilities include assessing client needs, coordinating with healthcare providers, and accompanying clients to appointments.
On-site · Vancouver
The Lead Child & Youth Worker manages an enriched school-age program to promote learning and social skill development for children. This includes providing specialized support for participants requiring extra assistance.
On-site · Vancouver
Identify employment barriers for clients with intellectual disabilities and assist them with job readiness, résumé writing, and interview preparation. Provide consulting services to community agencies and businesses to support career planning resources.
On-site · Vancouver
The Child and Youth Worker designs and implements educational and recreational activities to promote individual growth for youth with disabilities. They ensure the provision of an enriched leisure program focused on learning and skill development.
On-site · Vancouver
The Child and Youth Worker designs and implements enriched leisure and educational programs for youth with disabilities. The role focuses on promoting individual growth and skill development through recreational activities.
On-site · Vancouver
The Residential Care Worker assists residents in group homes with their physical, emotional, social, and medical needs. The role focuses on enhancing quality of life through support with activities of daily living and promoting self-determination.
On-site · Vancouver
Community Support Workers (CSWs) help participants build vital life skills while supporting them through meaningful onsite and community-based opportunities. They lead engaging, person-centered programs tailored to diverse abilities and contribute to a welcoming program environment.
On-site
Why choose just one reason when a job can offer it all—flexibility, purpose, and fun? At DDA, your work truly makes a difference. DDA’s Day Programs deliver engaging, supportive, and meaningful experiences for adults of all ages and abilities. Our inclusive, community-based programs empower participants to pursue their personal goals by building independence, forming genuine connections, and enhancing quality of life through hands-on social, recreational, and vocational activities. The Developmental Disabilities Association is looking for passionate Community Support Workers (CSWs) who are re…
On-site · Vancouver
The Employment Specialist provides pre-employment counseling, job coaching, education, and advocacy support to adults with disabilities. They also offer transitional support and educate community organizations about the importance of a diverse workforce.
On-site · Richmond
Community Support Workers (CSWs) help participants build vital life skills and support them through meaningful onsite and community-based opportunities. They contribute to a welcoming program environment and lead engaging, person-centered programs tailored to diverse abilities.
On-site
If you have health care education and experience working with people with developmental disabilities, then we might have the perfect position for you. The Developmental Disabilities Association is seeking Awake Night Staff (AWNS) for a position in one of our Vancouver based group homes to help support B.C.’s most vulnerable population. The AWNS provides a safe, comfortable, and home-like environment for each resident with the opportunity for each resident to develop life skills to the limits of their desire and potential. DDA encourages professional development, on-the-job training, community…
On-site
Why choose just one reason when a job can offer it all—flexibility, purpose, and fun? At DDA, your work truly makes a difference. DDA’s Day Programs deliver engaging, supportive, and meaningful experiences for adults of all ages and abilities. Our inclusive, community-based programs empower participants to pursue their personal goals by building independence, forming genuine connections, and enhancing quality of life through hands-on social, recreational, and vocational activities. The Developmental Disabilities Association is looking for passionate Community Support Workers (CSWs) who are re…
On-site
If you’re an expert on hiring and coaching people re-entering the workforce and want to work to improve the lives of others, then DDA has a career for you. We are looking for an experienced Employment Specialist to join our expanding team. This role may be tasked with providing transitional support to employers and job seekers and with educating community organizations about how and why a diverse staff is important for success. 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 connec…
On-site
Are you looking to initiate your career in a field where you help others? Then, this position is for you. Summer Program Workers will assist in the enrichment of the Living Options programs and services. 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. We create extended networks of support, invest in individual needs, and strive for an inclusive and safe community. Come see what we are about. Go to www.develop.bc.ca [http://www.develop.bc.ca/] for all of o…
On-site
Developmental Disabilities Association is seeking an on-call Early Childhood Educator Assistant to join our Early Learning programs. We value ongoing professional growth, offer on-the-job training, and foster a supportive and collaborative work environment. Our Child Development Centres are fully inclusive, play-based, and family-centred, creating meaningful experiences for all children and families. Since 1952, Developmental Disabilities Association has been helping thousands of people in BC with developmental disabilities reach their full potential through support and advocacy. We create e…
On-site · Vancouver
The Child and Youth Worker ensures the provision of an enriched leisure program by providing opportunities for learning and skill development. They promote an inclusive program within the community through the activities offered.
On-site · Richmond
The Child and Youth Worker ensures the provision of an enriched leisure program by providing opportunities for learning and skill development. They promote an inclusive program within the community through the activities offered.
On-site
Why choose just one reason when a job can offer it all—flexibility, purpose, and fun? At DDA, your work truly makes a difference. DDA’s Day Programs deliver engaging, supportive, and meaningful experiences for adults of all ages and abilities. Our inclusive, community-based programs empower participants to pursue their personal goals by building independence, forming genuine connections, and enhancing quality of life through hands-on social, recreational, and vocational activities. The Developmental Disabilities Association is looking for passionate Community Support Workers (CSWs) who are re…
