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.