Why choose just one reason when a job can offer it all—flexibility, purpose, and fun? At DDA, your work truly makes a difference. DDA’s Day Programs deliver engaging, supportive, and meaningful experiences for adults of all ages and abilities. Our inclusive, community-based programs empower participants to pursue their personal goals by building independence, forming genuine connections, and enhancing quality of life through hands-on social, recreational, and vocational activities. The Developmental Disabilities Association is looking for passionate Community Support Workers (CSWs) who are ready to inspire and empower others. CSWs play an essential role in helping participants build vital life skills—social, emotional, physical, vocational, recreational, and daily living—while supporting them to thrive through meaningful onsite and community-based opportunities.
Job Title: COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER | #2216
Service Area: Vocational & Community Services
Location: Vancouver, BC
Start Date: August 24, 2026
Term/Status: Permanent Full Time
Schedule/Hours: Monday to Friday 07:30-15:00 // 37.5 hours per week
Hourly Wage: $26.83 – $29.76 as per the collective agreement (2024 rates, implementation of new collective agreement is in process, and new wage rates $28.46 to $31.57 will be implemented once funding is received)
The Role:
The Community Support Worker (CSW) assists adult clients with their social, emotional, physical, vocational, recreational and daily life skill development. The CSW supports clients to achieve their greatest degree of independence in environments of their choice through participation in onsite and community opportunities. Duties include; participation in the development of individual client service plans & the opportunity to plan and lead programming while assisting with activities of daily living.
What You’ll Do:
- Contribute to a welcoming, inclusive, and engaging program environment
- Work alongside team members to support participants with activities of daily living
- Participate in the implementation and monitoring of individualized goal plans
- Lead engaging, person-centered programs tailored to diverse abilities
- Provide services through on-site, community and outreach-based activities
What We Offer:
- A fully employer-paid, comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan
- Employee and Family Assistance Plan
- Municipal Pension Plan
- Educational and training opportunities
- Comprehensive on-the-job training
- Opportunities for professional development
- Active engagement within the community
- A respectful and inclusive work environment
Requirements/Education/Experience:
- Degree or Diploma in areas directly related to Social Services, Human Services, Therapeutic Recreation, or Education.
- 1-2 years of experience working with people with developmental disabilities in vocational & community settings.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully implement instructional and proactive training programs for clients.
- Must be able to perform lifts and transfers of 40lbs and be willing to go in chlorinated swimming pools.
- Experience with principles of positive behavior management is preferred.
- Criminal Record Clearance
- Medical Clearance
- Satisfactory Driver’s Abstract
- Class 5 Driver’s License and use of vehicle
- Willing to obtain an Unrestricted Class 4 Driver’s License during probationary period
- Valid First Aid/CPR
- Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification
- Demonstrated competency in English written and verbal communication
- Basic computer literacy
- Eligible to work in Canada
- Requires physical strength, good balance, mobility, and endurance for recreational activities
- Position involves assisting clients with personal care needs
Training is provided for: Client personal care & Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification
*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.
