1660 - Float Residential Care Worker Permanent - Vancouver, Canada - Developmental Disabilities Association

Developmental Disabilities Association

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Vancouver, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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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 our group homes in Vancouver and Richmond for a Float Residential Care Worker (RCW) to assist with residents' physical, emotional, social, and recreational needs.

Job Title:
Residential Care Worker | #1660

Location:
Various Residential Sites

Start Date:
As soon as possible

Term/Status:
Permanent Part Time

Schedule/Hrs**:
Tuesday to Saturday between 6:00 and 23:00 //30 hours per week

Float RCWs are available for flexible hours (Day and Afternoon Shifts) between the hours of 6:00 to 23:00 (employees will be working 6 hours per day for their shift). Float RCWs are expected to work in all locations as assigned and locations will change from daytoday in their work week schedule, depending upon the needs within Residential Services._

Hourly Wage:
$23.90 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:

Onthejob Training
A fully employerpaid, comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan
Municipal pension plan
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
12 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.
Valid First Aid/CPR upon start date
Class 5 Driver's License AND ability to upgrade to unrestricted Class 4 Driver's License
Satisfactory driver's abstract
Criminal record clearance
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.