Summer Program Worker (Group Homes) | Temporary Part Time - 2200
- Vancouver, BC, Canada
$22.66 CAD / hour · Part-time
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Job details
- Pay
- $22.66 CAD / hour
- Job type
- Part-time
- Apply by
- Working hours
- 35 hours per week
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Since 1952, the Developmental Disabilities Association has been helping thousands of people in BC with developmental disabilities reach their full potential through support and advocacy. We create extended networks of support, invest in individual needs, and strive for an inclusive and safe community. 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:
SUMMER PROGRAM WORKER (GROUP HOMES) | #2200
SERVICE AREA:
Living Options
LOCATION:
TERM:
Vancouver, BC
Temporary Part Time
START DATE:
June 22, 2026 (Ending August 15, 2026)
SCHEDULE/HRS:
Monday to Friday 09:30-16:30 // 35 hours per week
HOURLY WAGE:
$22.66 as per the collective agreement
THE ROLE:
This position involves recreational programming, instruction, and assisting with activities of daily living. It involves representing the Association by participating in community events.
Requirements/Education/Experience:
- Experience in assisting individuals in all aspects of daily living (total personal care, feeding, bathing, dressing, etc.)
- Knowledge of and ability to work with challenging behaviours
- Knowledge of and ability to deal effectively with behaviours associated with mental health, an asset
- Post-secondary education or training in a related field
- Must be between the ages of 19-30 at intake time, not hold another full-time (30 or more hours) summer job
- Minimum one year of direct experience with people with developmental disabilities
- Training in behaviour management techniques
- Criminal Record Clearance
- Medical Clearance
- TB Test Clearance
- Demonstrated competency in English
- Basic computer literacy
- Must be a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or hold Refugee status
What We Offer:
- On-the-job training
- Educational and training opportunities
- Professional development
- Community involvement
- An inclusive work environment
*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.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Deliver recreational programming and instruction for participants in Living Options programs. Assist with activities of daily living and represent the Association at community events.
Requirements
Applicants must be 19–30 years old at intake, have at least one year of direct experience supporting people with developmental disabilities, and be available for this temporary part-time summer role without another full-time summer job. Requirements also include related post-secondary education or training, personal care experience, behaviour-management knowledge, English competency, basic computer literacy, and criminal record, medical, and TB clearances; Canadian citizenship, permanent residency, or refugee status is required.
Skills
- Personal Care Assistance
- Recreational Programming
- Instruction
- Activities Of Daily Living Support
- Behaviour Management
- Mental Health Behaviour Support
- Community Engagement
- English Communication
- Basic Computer Literacy
Benefits
- On-The-Job Training
- Educational And Training Opportunities
- Professional Development
- Community Involvement
- Inclusive Work Environment
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Social Services
- Healthcare
- Sports & Recreation
Keywords
- Developmental Disabilities
- Living Options
- Recreational Programming
- Instruction
- Activities Of Daily Living
- Personal Care
- Feeding
- Bathing
- Dressing
- Challenging Behaviours
- Mental Health
- Post-Secondary Education
- Criminal Record Clearance
- Medical Clearance
- TB Test Clearance
- English Competency
- Computer Literacy
- Community Events
- Union Membership