#1735- Residential Care Worker | Permanent Part Time (Developmental Disabilities Association (Dda))

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 Richmond 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’re all about. Go to www.develop.bc.ca for our latest blogs and then connect with us on social and say hello! Facebook: @dda604 Twitter: @dda604 Instagram: @developdda

JOB TITLE: RESIDENTIAL CARE WORKER | #1735

SERVICE AREA: Residential Services

LOCATION: Camsell

START DATE: As soon as possible

TERM/STATUS: Permanent Part Time

SCHEDULE/HRS: Sunday/Wednesday (15:30 - 20:00), Friday/Saturday (15:00 - 21:30) //22 hours per week

HOURLY WAGE: $21.75 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

• Community involvement
• Educational and training opportunities
• Municipal pension plan
• A fully employer-paid, comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan
• On-the-job Training
• An inclusive work environment

Requirements/Education/Experience

• 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
• Medical clearance (must be able to perform lifts and transfers of 40 lbs)
• This position is only open to female applicants.
• Experience in supporting mental health and positive Behavioral Reinforcement preferred.
• Criminal record clearance
• This position requires Union membership.
• Eligible to work in Canada
• Class 5 Driver’s License and ability to upgrade to unrestricted Class 4 driver's license
• Degree or Diploma in area directly related to supporting people with developmental disabilities such as Social Services, Human Services, or Education
• Satisfactory driver's abstract
• Valid First Aid/CPR upon start date
• Competency in English written and verbal communication

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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