Residential Care Worker | Temporary Part Time - #2236

Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA); Vancouver; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Employee Assistance Plan

Municipal Pension Plan

On-the-job Training

Educational opportunities

Job summary

The Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA) in Richmond, BC is seeking a part-time Residential Care Worker (RCW) to support residents with developmental disabilities. The role focuses on assisting with daily living, activities, and community integration, contributing to residents’ physical, emotional, social, and recreational well-being.

The position requires union membership and provides benefits. Responsibilities include working independently and as part of a team, problem-solving with

Qualifications

• 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
• CPR/First Aid certification required on start date and valid driver's license

Responsibilities

• Assist residents to live successfully in residential settings within the community
• Support residents' physical, emotional, social, recreational, educational, and medical needs
• Enhance residents' quality of life through activities of daily living and teamwork

Skills

English communication

Education

Degree or Diploma in related field (Social Services/Human Services/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 | #2236
Service Area: Living Options
Location:Richmond, BC
Start Date: September 30, 2026
Term/Status: PermanentPartTime
Schedule/Hours:Wed 13:30-21:00, Sat 08:30-16:00, Sun 16:00-21:00 // 20 hours per week
Hourly Wage: $28.46 - $31.57 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
• 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
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License
• 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

*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.