Residential Care Worker | Casual - #1060

White Spot; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading employer in social services seeks a Residential Care Worker to provide support for individuals with developmental disabilities in Vancouver. This casual/on-call position requires assistive skills to meet residents' needs and enhance their quality of life. Ideal candidates will have relevant education and experience, along with strong communication and problem-solving abilities. Join a team dedicated to making a difference in the community.

Benefits

On-the-job training

Professional development

Community involvement

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Experience or training in adaptive communication and positive behaviour support.
• Valid First Aid/CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents in residential settings.
• Ensure residents' physical and emotional needs are met.
• Enhance quality of life through activities of daily living.

Skills

Support for individuals with developmental disabilities

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Degree or Diploma in Social Services, Human Services, or Education

Job description

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) is a 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 goals.

The Residential Care Worker (RCW) assistsresidentsto live successfully in residential settings within the community. The position ensures theresidents’physical, emotional, social, recreational, economic, educational, and/or medical needs are met. The RCW assistsresidentsby 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.

Job Title: RESIDENTIAL CARE WORKER | #1060
Service Area: Living Options
Location: Vancouver / Richmond
Start Date: ASAP
Term/Status: Casual/On-Call
Schedule/Hours: Minimum availability of 2 Shifts per week and every other weekend, both Saturday & Sunday.
Hourly Wage: $28.25 + 10.6% in lieu of benefits

What We Offer:

• On-the-job training
• Professional development
• 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, positive behaviour support, and community care is an asset
• Valid First Aid/CPR upon start date
• Class 5 driver's licence preferred
• Satisfactory driver's abstract
• Criminal record 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

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.