Posted 23 days ago
#2248 - Residential Care Worker | Permanent Part Time
@ Developmental Disabilities Association
Vancouver, British Columbia
Overview
The Developmental Disabilities Association is hiring a part-time Residential Care Worker for a group home in Vancouver, supporting four residents with their physical, emotional, social and recreational needs. The role is permanent, runs Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 to 18:30 for 15 hours a week, and pays $28.46 to $31.57 an hour under the collective agreement. Union membership is required.
Responsibilities:
- Assist residents with physical, emotional, social and recreational needs
- Support residents with activities of daily living
- Work independently and as part of a team
- Use sound judgment to problem solve
Requirements summary:
- Diploma or degree in social, human services or education
- 1-2 years working with people with developmental disabilities
- Class 5 driver's licence, with Class 4 during probation
- Valid First Aid/CPR on start date
- Able to lift and transfer 40 lbs
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-20
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-20
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-12
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 15 |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Care home |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 40 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | First Aid/CPR, TB test clearance, Medical clearance |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | criminal record, driving record |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Social Services, Human Services, Education |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Paid training |
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Developmental Disabilities Association
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Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA) is a community living agency and leading employer in BC’s social services sector. With over 50 community-based programs and services for children, youths, and adults in Vancouver and Richmond, we offer superior programs and services to enable people with developmental disabilities to reach their full potential. We create extended networks of support, invest in individual needs, and strive for an inclusive and safe community. Over 1,600 individuals and families in the Vancouver and Richmond area are serviced by DDA every year.
- LinkedIn followers
- 4,029
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 283
- Reported office locations
- 100-3851 Shell Road, Richmond, BC v6x2w2, CA
- Other recorded names
- Developmental Disabilities Association
- Specialties
- Nonprofit
- Residential Services
- Child Care
- Developmental Disabilities
- Early Intervention
- Infant Development
- Autism
- Vocational Services
- Family Support
- Infant Development
- Clothing Donation
- Day Programs
- Youth Programs
- and Adult Services
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Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA) is a community living agency and leading employer in BC’s social services sector. With over 50 community-based programs and services for children, youths, and adults in Vancouver and Richmond, we offer superior programs and services to enable people with developmental disabilities to reach their full potential. We create extended networks of support, invest in individual…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Non-profit Organizations |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Richmond, BC |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1952 |
| Specialties | NonprofitResidential ServicesChild CareDevelopmental DisabilitiesEarly InterventionInfant DevelopmentAutismVocational ServicesFamily SupportInfant Development |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 18 |
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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 | #2249 | |
SERVICE AREA: | Living Options | |
LOCATION: | Vancouver, BC | |
START DATE: | November 01, 2026 | |
TERM/STATUS: | Permanent Part Time | |
SCHEDULE/HRS: |
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HOURLY WAGE: | $28.46 - $31.57 as per the collective agreement |
The Role:
The Residential Care Worker (RCW) assists residents to live In their own homes with roommates 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. This position is based in a home shared by four individuals.
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, positive behavior support, and community care is an asset.
- Criminal Record Clearance
- Medical Clearance (must be able to perform lifts and transfers of 40lbs)
- TB Test Clearance
- Satisfactory Driver’s Abstract
- Class 5 Driver’s License
- Ability to obtain a Class 4 Driver's License during probation period
- Valid First Aid/CPR upon start date
- Demonstrated 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.
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