Job Description

About Us

VRS Communities provides compassionate, client-centered care in residential settings. Our Children's Program supports youth with diverse needs in a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment. We are urgently hiring for our East Vancouver site (near Nanaimo St and 1st Ave).

Job Summary

Reporting to the Site Supervisor, the Residential Care Attendant is responsible for providing direct care and support to children in a group home setting. This includes assisting with daily living activities, maintaining a safe and clean environment, and fostering a positive, respectful atmosphere for residents.

Key Responsibilities

Provide gentle, respectful, and safe care to children at all times. Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing). Support meal preparation and food service, ensuring awareness of allergies and sensitivities. Perform housekeeping and laundry duties as required. Observe and report changes in behavior or health to the Site Supervisor. Follow individual care plans and maintain confidentiality. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and licensing standards. Participate in team meetings and training as required.

Qualifications

Education & Certification:

Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent.

Canadian

Health Care Assistant

(HCA) diploma required.

Active and good standing status with the

BC Care Aide Registry required.

Valid and Active

Food Safe Level 1 Certificate required.

Valid and Active

Standard First Aid with CPR-C Certificate required.

Active LPN license is an asset.

Experience:

Previous experience in residential care or working with children with diverse needs preferred.

Other Requirements:

Clear Criminal Record Check for the vulnerable sector. Clear Criminal Record Check via the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD). Negative TB test and immunization record. Proof of two COVID-19 vaccinations. Must not have been a previous resident in Ontario or Alberta.

Class 4 or 5 BC Driver's License is required.

What We Offer

Extensive health and welfare benefits after posting into a regular position (minimum 15 hours weekly), including: Dental, extended health, LTD, group life insurance. Enrollment in the

MPP pension plan (defined benefit plan)

.

Additional Information

Must be available for evening shifts (3 PM - 11 PM). Casual availability required (minimum 3 shifts per month). Starting wage: $27.92/hour, paid bi-weekly.
Job Type: Casual

Pay: From $27.92 per hour

Application question(s):

Have you ever had your BC Care Aide registration suspended or revoked? Are you legally entitled to work in Canada (citizen, permanent resident, or valid work permit)? Do you have current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification? If so, what is the expiry date? Do you have a valid Food Safe Level 1 certificate? If so, what is the expiry date? Are you up to date with required immunizations (e.g., negative TB test, 2 COVID-19 vaccines, influenza)? Do you have any other current commitments (e.g., another job, school, caregiving responsibilities) that may affect your availability? Have you been screened by MCFD before? Are you available to work evening shifts (i.e. 3pm-11pm)? Please provide your BC Care Aide Registry Number
Experience:

care aide: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Class 5 Licence (required) BC Care Aide Registration in good standing (required)
Work Location: In person