Residential Care Worker | Permanent Part Time - #1972

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Residential Care Worker to join their team in Richmond. This role is vital in assisting individuals with developmental disabilities to thrive in their community. You will support residents' physical, emotional, and social needs, ensuring they lead fulfilling lives. The position offers a permanent part-time schedule with a supportive work environment that emphasizes training and community involvement. If you're passionate about making a difference and have the necessary qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you to contribute to meaningful change.

Benefits

On-the-job Training

Educational and training opportunities

Community involvement

An inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant field and experience with developmental disabilities required.
• Must have First Aid/CPR and Class 5 Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with physical, emotional, and recreational needs.
• Enhance quality of life through daily living activities.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Initiative

Behavioral Reinforcement

Education

Degree or Diploma in Social Services

Experience with Developmental Disabilities

Tools

First Aid/CPR Certification

Class 5 Driver’s License

Job description

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 | #1972
Service Area: Residential Services
Location: Richmond
Start Date: March 02, 2025
Term/Status: Permanent Part Time
Schedule/Hours: Sunday 8:00-14:30 // 6.5 hours per week
Hourly Wage: $28.25 as per collective agreement

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:

• 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
• 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)
• Competency in English written and verbal communication
• Eligible to work in Canada

Note: This position requires Union membership and is only open to Male applicants.

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.