Residential Care Worker | Temporary Part Time - #2058

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

Job summary

A community service organization in Richmond, BC, is seeking a Residential Care Worker to support individuals with developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities and ensuring residents’ physical, emotional, and medical needs are met. Applicants should have a degree in Social Services and relevant experience. The position offers $28.25 per hour and comprehensive health benefits. This part-time role is open only to female applicants.

Benefits

Employer-paid comprehensive health benefits

Employee and Family Assistance Plan

Municipal Pension Plan

On-the-job training

Educational development opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant experience or equivalent is required.
• Valid First Aid/CPR certification is necessary.
• Class 5 Driver’s License is required; willingness to obtain Class 4 Restricted Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities.
• Support residents' emotional, social, and recreational needs.
• Ensure residents' medical needs are met.

Skills

Fluent in English (written and verbal)

Cantonese

Training in adaptive communication

Experience supporting mental health

Training in positive behavior support

Education

Degree or Diploma in Social Services or related fields

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. Visit www.develop.bc.ca for our latest blogs and podcasts, and connect with us on social media at the bottom of the page!

Job Details:

• Job Title: RESIDENTIAL CARE WORKER | #2058
• Service Area: Living Options
• Location: Richmond, BC
• Start Date: August 07, 2025
• End Date: November 07, 2025
• Term/Status: Temporary Part Time
• Schedule/Hours: Tuesday 16:00-22:30, Saturday 15:30-22:30, Sunday 15:00-22:30 (21.0 hours per week)
• Hourly Wage: $28.25 as per collective agreement

The Role:

The Residential Care Worker (RCW) assists residents to live successfully in community residential settings. The position ensures residents’ physical, emotional, social, recreational, economic, educational, and medical needs are met. The RCW enhances quality of life through activities of daily living, working independently and as part of a team, demonstrating initiative and sound judgment in problem-solving.

What We Offer:

• Employer-paid comprehensive health and welfare benefits
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan
• Municipal Pension Plan
• On-the-job training
• Educational and professional development opportunities
• Community involvement and an inclusive work environment

Requirements/Education/Experience:

• Degree or Diploma in Social Services, Human Services, Education, or related fields supporting people with developmental disabilities
• 1-2 years of relevant experience or equivalent
• Training in adaptive communication and community care is an asset
• Experience supporting mental health and positive Behavioral Reinforcement preferred
• Valid First Aid/CPR certification
• Class 5 Driver’s License; willingness to obtain Class 4 Restricted Driver’s License during probation
• Satisfactory driver’s abstract and criminal record clearance
• Training in positive behavior support
• Medical clearance to perform lifts and transfers of 40 lbs
• Fluent in English (written and verbal) and Cantonese
• Eligible to work in Canada

*This position requires union membership and is only open to female applicants.

For more information, visit www.develop.bc.ca.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.