Residential Care Worker | Casual - #2164
Developmental Disabilities Association
Location
Vancouver, British Columbia
Salary
CA$26 - CA$30 / HOUR
Quick overview
Provide physical, emotional, social, and recreational support to residents with developmental disabilities in group home settings. Help residents reach their full potential by supporting their rights and self-determination.
Requirements summary
Requires a degree or diploma in Social Services, Human Services, or Education, along with 1-2 years of related experience. Must possess a valid Class 5 driver's license, First Aid/CPR certification, and clear criminal and medical records.
Job description
- We are looking for recent graduates and experienced direct support workers to join our team!
- If you passionate about caring for others and making a difference in the community, we would love to hear from you.
- 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.
- Casual Residential Care Worker (RCW) positions are available in our Vancouver and Richmond group homes, supporting 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 [http://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
- Casual Residential Care Worker | #2164
- Location:
- Vancouver/Richmond
- Start
- Date:
- ASAP
- Term/Status:
- Casual /
- On-Call
- Hourly
- Wage: $25.95 - $29.76 + 10.6% in lieu of benefits as per the collective agreement
What We Offer
- On-the-job training
- Professional development
- Community involvement
- An inclusive work environment
Requirements/Education/Experience
- Degree or Diploma in an 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 behaviour support, and community care is an asset
- Valid First Aid/CPR upon start date
- Valid Class 5 Driver's License
- Willingness to obtain a Class 4 Unrestricted Driver's License
- Satisfactory Driver's Abstract
- Criminal Record Clearance
- TB Test Clearance
- Medical clearance
- Demonstrated competency in English, written, and oral communication
- Eligible to work in Canada
This position requires union membership.
For more information, please visit our website at www.develop.bc.ca [http://www.develop.bc.ca/]
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Benefits
- On-the-job training
- Professional development
- Community involvement
- Payment in lieu of benefits
- Inclusive work environment