Empowering Community Support Specialist

Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA); Vancouver; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid benefits plan

Employee and Family Assistance Plan

Municipal Pension Plan

Educational and training opportunities

Job summary

Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA) in Vancouver is seeking Community Support Workers to help adults of diverse abilities engage in meaningful activities and build daily living skills through on-site and community programs. You will support participants with instruction, safety, and encouragement during social, recreational, and vocational activities.

This permanent full-time role offers a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:30 to 15:00, a competitive hourly wage, and employer-paid benefits.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Social Services, Human Services, Therapeutic Recreation or Education.
• 1–2 years experience with people with developmental disabilities in vocational & community settings.
• Experience developing and facilitating engaging, client-centered programs and activities.
• Background in using positive communication and positive behaviour supports is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a welcoming, inclusive program environment.
• Support participants with activities of daily living.
• Implement and monitor individualized goal plans.
• Lead person-centered programs tailored to diverse abilities.
• Provide services through on-site, community, and outreach activities.

Skills

2 years experience

Client-centered

Positive communication

Education

Degree or Diploma in Social/Human Services or Education

Tools

Basic computer literacy

Job description

Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA) in Vancouver is seeking Community Support Workers to help adults of diverse abilities engage in meaningful activities and build daily living skills through on-site and community programs. You will support participants with instruction, safety, and encouragement during social, recreational, and vocational activities.

This permanent full-time role offers a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:30 to 15:00, a competitive hourly wage, and employer-paid benefits.