2116 - Respite Coordinator | Permanent Full Time

5 days ago

Vancouver BC VM H, Canada Developmental Disabilities Association Full time

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. The Respite Coordinator assists in the development and promotion of a range of respite and home share services for individuals with developmental disabilities.

JOB TITLE:

Respite Coordinator | #2116

SERVICE AREA:

Respite Services

LOCATION:

Vancouver, BC

START DATE:

January 19, 2026

TERM/STATUS:

Permanent Full Time

SCHEDULE/HRS:

Flex-Time // 37.5 hours per week

HOURLY WAGE:

$36.84 as per collective agreement

THE ROLE:

The Respite Coordinator assists in the development and promotion of a range of respite services for individuals and families with developmental disabilities. The Respite Coordinator screens and matches contracted caregivers with children and adults with collaboration from their family. This role involves evening and weekend work as program needs dictate.

Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor of Social Work, Degree in Social Sciences or other combination of education and experience relevant to job goal.
  • Minimum two years of experience in the provision of resource services to families with a member who has multiple disabilities.
  • Assessment, Counselling, and Public Relations skills experience.

Standard requirements of the Respite Coordinator include:

  • Criminal Record Clearance
  • Medical Clearance
  • Satisfactory Driver's Abstract
  • Class 5 Driver's Licence and use of a vehicle for work
  • Valid First Aid/CPR
  • Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification
  • Demonstrated competency in English written and verbal communication
  • Digital literacy and proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Excel, Salesforce, and Office 365 Applications.
  • Eligible to work in Canada

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
  • This position requires Union membership.

For more information, please visit our website at

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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