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Residential Care Worker | Casual - #2219

Vancouver, BC
On-site
Posted Sep 21, 2026
1 position

$28–$32 / hour

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Employment type: Part-time, Casual
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: College diploma
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Residential Care Worker supports the physical, emotional, social, and recreational needs of residents in group homes. They are responsible for promoting the rights and self-determination of individuals with developmental disabilities.

Job details

We are looking for recent graduates and experienced direct support workers to join our team! If you passionate about caring for others and making a difference in the community, we would love to hear from you. 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. Casual Residential Care Worker (RCW) positions are available in our Vancouver and Richmond group homes, supporting 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: Casual Residential Care Worker | #2219 Location: Vancouver/Richmond Start Date: ASAP Term/Status: Casual / On-Call Hourly Wage: $28.46 - $31.57 + 10.6% in lieu of benefits as per the collective agreement What We Offer: * On-the-job training * Professional development * Community involvement * An inclusive work environment Requirements/Education/Experience: * Degree or Diploma in an 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, positive behaviour support, and community care is an asset * Valid First Aid/CPR upon start date * Valid Class 5 Driver's License * Willingness to obtain a Class 4 Unrestricted Driver's License * Satisfactory Driver's Abstract * Criminal Record Clearance * TB Test Clearance * Medical clearance * Demonstrated competency in English, written, and oral 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.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree or diploma in a related field and possess 1-2 years of relevant experience. A valid Class 5 driver's license, First Aid/CPR certification, and criminal record clearance are required.