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 involvement, and a very inclusive work environment. 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:

FLOAT AWAKE NIGHT STAFF | #2208

SERVICE AREA:

Living Options

LOCATION:

Various Sites (Vancouver / Richmond)

START DATE: 

August 01, 2026

TERM/STATUS: 

Permanent Full Time

SCHEDULE/HRS:  

2 Week Shift Rotation (Week 1 - 3 days per week | Week 2 – 4 days per week)

All Shifts Between 21:30 - 09:30 AM (10.5 hours per shift) //  73.5 hours Bi-weekly 

HOURLY WAGE:

$24.54 - $27.19 as per collective agreement

2024 rates, implementation of new collective agreement is in process and new wage rates $26.04 to $28.85 will be implemented once funding is received)

THE ROLE:   The Awake Night Staff (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. The AWNS also ensures good communication between team members, family, and professionals with regard to the life of the individual. Please note that the location, schedule, days, and hours are subject to change as per Living Options department needs. 

REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:

• Diploma or Certificate in an approved Health Care Training Program.
• 1-2 years of experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
• Ability to implement complex behavior programs.
• Skilled in proactive training programs and crisis intervention.
• Must be able to perform lifts and transfers of 40lbs.
• Experience in Geriatric care preferred.
• Formal training in the area of counselling and behavior management preferred.

Standard requirements of the Awake Night Staff include:

• Criminal Record Clearance
• Medical Clearance
• Valid First Aid/CPR
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification
• Demonstrated competency in English written and verbal communication
• Basic computer literacy
• Eligible to work in Canada

WHAT WE OFFER:

• A fully employer-paid, comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan  
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan
• Municipal Pension Plan  
• On-the-job training 
• Educational and training opportunities
• Professional development
• Community involvement
• An inclusive work environment

*This position is open to only Female applicants.

*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.