#2185 - Life Skills Worker | Permanent Full Time

Developmental Disabilities Association•Vancouver, BC

11d•CA$26 - CA$30•Onsite

About The Position

As a Life Skills Worker in our Community Apartment Program, you'll play a vital role in empowering individuals with developmental disabilities to live independently in their own homes. The nature of this position is to provide comprehensive and effective support to individuals living independently. You'll work one-on-one with clients, helping them build confidence and develop the everyday skills they need to thrive. From budgeting and cooking to navigating public transit and more — no two days are the same!

Requirements

Degree or Diploma in a field directly related to supporting people with developmental disabilities such as Social Services.
2 years’ experience working with people who deal with concurrent disorders.
Demonstrated ability to successfully implement instructional and proactive training programs for clients.
A non-judgmental attitude, ability to relate to participants, work unsupervised, and generate/monitor workload.
Knowledge of community resources.
Must be willing to work occasional evenings and weekends.
Criminal Record Clearance
Medical Clearance
Satisfactory Driver’s Abstract
Class 5 Driver's License
Valid First Aid/CPR
Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification
Demonstrated competency in English
Computer literacy
Eligible to work in Canada

Nice To Haves

Experience with principles of positive behaviour management is desirable.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive and effective support to individuals living independently.
Work one-on-one with clients, helping them build confidence and develop everyday skills.
Assist clients with budgeting, cooking, navigating public transit, and other life skills.
Implement instructional and proactive training programs for clients.
Organize and participate in monthly events, group outings, and shared dinners for clients.