Residential Care Worker | Permanent Part Time - #2009

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 involves assisting individuals with developmental disabilities, ensuring their physical, emotional, and social needs are met. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in a related field and have experience working with this community. You will play a vital role in enhancing the residents' quality of life through daily activities and support. Join a dedicated team committed to advocacy and inclusion, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve.

Benefits

On-the-job Training

Educational and training opportunities

Professional development

Community involvement

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in a related field required.
• 1-2 years of experience with developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Behavioral Reinforcement

Adaptive Communication

Education

Degree or Diploma in Social Services

Experience working 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 | #2009

Service Area:

Residential Services

Location:

Richmond, BC

Start Date:

May 01, 2025

Term/Status:

Permanent Part Time

Schedule/Hours:

Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday 16:00-21:00 // 15 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
• 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, 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

*This position requires Union membership.

*This position is only open to Female 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.