Residential Care Worker | Permanent Part Time - #2109

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

Job summary

A community support organization in Vancouver is seeking a Residential Care Worker (RCW) to assist residents with developmental disabilities. The RCW will focus on enhancing the physical, emotional, and social needs of clients. Applicants should have a relevant degree or diploma and 1-2 years of experience in the field. The position offers competitive pay of $28.25/hour and includes various employer-paid benefits. This role is a part-time opportunity requiring a commitment to community support.

Benefits

Employer-paid health benefits

Employee and Family Assistance Plan

Municipal Pension Plan

On-the-job Training

Professional development opportunities

Community involvement

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Experience in mental health and positive behavioral reinforcement.
• Valid First Aid/CPR upon start date.
• Class 5 Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with physical, emotional, and social needs.
• Enhance quality of life through daily activities.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Adaptive communication

Community care

Positive behavior support

English communication

Fluency in Cantonese

Fluency in Mandarin

Education

Degree or Diploma in Social Services

Degree or Diploma in Human Services

Degree or Diploma in Education

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 | #2109
Service Area: Living Options
Location:Vancouver, BC
Start Date:December 05, 2025
Term/Status: PermanentPartTime
Schedule/Hours:Mon 08:00-15:00, Fri 08:00-14:30, Sat 16:30-20:30, Sun 08:30-16:00 // 25 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:

• A fully employer-paid, comprehensive health, and welfare benefits plan
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan
• Municipal Pension Plan
• On-the-job Training
• Professional development
• 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
• Willingness to obtain Class 4 Unrestricted Driver’s License within probation period
• Satisfactory driver's abstract
• Criminal Record Clearance
• TB Test 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
• Fluency in Cantonese and Mandarin is an asset

*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.