Youth Services Worker | Temporary Full Time - #1984

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 : YOUTH SERVICES WORKER | #1984

Service Area : Vocational & Community Services

Location :  Vancouver, BC

Start Date :   May 05, 2025 (ending August 22, 2025)

Term / Status : Temporary Full Time

Schedule / Hours : Flex based schedule (possible weekend and evening shifts) / / 37.5 hours per week

Hourly Wage : $22.00 as per collective agreement

The Role :

This position provides life skills training to youth with disabilities between the ages of 17 to 19. The successful candidate will teach life skills such as : achieving independence, obtaining identification, touring colleges, banking, applying for Persons with Disabilities Benefits, using transit and exploring job opportunities. The candidate will co-facilitate in Family Support groups and develop resource guides for families.  They will act as an advocate for client groups in the community, assist in community development and provide public education on topics related to disability issues.

• This position is subject to funding by Canada summer jobs. Position is conditional based on approval of application request by Service Canada.

What We Offer :

Requirements / Education / Experience :

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.