The Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA) is a leading employer in BC’s social services sector. With over 50 community-based programs and services for children, youths, and adults in Vancouver and Richmond, we offer superior programs and services to enable people with developmental disabilities to reach their full potential.
Job Title: Department Assistant (Employment Services) | #2131
Service Area: Vocational & Day Services
Location: Vancouver, BC
Start Date: February 02, 2026
Term/Status: Permanent Full Time
Schedule/Hours: Monday to Friday 08:30 am to 04:30 pm // 37.5 hours per week
Hourly Wage: $24.43 – $28.04 as per the collective agreement
The Role:
The Department Assistant provides administrative support to the Employment Services department – Jobs West and Starworks.
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
- On-the-job Training
- Professional development
- Community involvement
- An inclusive work environment
Requirements/Education/Experience:
- Post-secondary diploma.
- Recent office experience working with MS Office Suite and variety of computer software and able to type accurately at a minimum of 60 w.p.m.
- 2 years of administrative experience.
- Excellent verbal and written skills in the English
- Ability to respond/communicate with public and staff in a positive, professional and courteous mature manner.
- Ability to work independently and maintain strict confidence.
- Experience with non-profit sector and mid-sized organization in a unionized environment.
- Criminal Record Clearance
- Medical Clearance
- Class 5 Driver’s License
- Demonstrated competency in English
- Computer literacy
- Eligible to work in Canada
*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.
