Residential Care Worker | Casual - #1060

Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA); Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading employer in BC's social services sector is seeking a Residential Care Worker to assist individuals with developmental disabilities in achieving their goals. The role requires at least a degree in a related field, 1-2 years of experience, and skills in adaptive communication and positive behaviour support. This casual, on-call position offers an hourly wage of $28.25 plus benefits. Ideal candidates will have a driver's licence and clear criminal record.

Benefits

On-the-job training

Community involvement

An inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Class 5 driver's licence preferred.
• Satisfactory driver's abstract and criminal record clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities.
• Ensure physical and emotional needs of residents are met.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Experience with developmental disabilities

Adaptive communication skills

Positive behaviour support

English communication (oral and written)

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

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
• 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
• 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.

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