#2186 - Employment Specialist | Temporary Full Time

If you’re an expert on hiring and coaching people re-entering the workforce and want to work to improve the lives of others, then DDA has a career for you. We are looking for an experienced Employment Specialist to join our expanding team. This role may be tasked with providing transitional support to employers and job seekers and with educating community organizations about how and why a diverse staff is important for success. Come see what we are about. Go to www.develop.bc.ca [http://www.develop.bc.ca] for all of our latest blogs and podcasts, and scroll to the bottom of the page to connect with us on social! JOB TITLE: Employment Specialist (2 Positions) | #2186 SERVICE AREA: Vocational & Day Services LOCATION: Vancouver, BC START DATE: July 27, 2026 (Ending April 30, 2027) TERM/STATUS: Temporary Full Time SCHEDULE/HRS: Flex Time // 37.5 hours per week (flexible hours) HOURLY WAGE: $31.77 – $35.29 as per collective agreement (2024 rates, implementation of new collective agreement is in process, and new wage rates $33.70 to $37.44 will be implemented once funding is received) THE ROLE: The Employment Specialist provides pre-employment counselling, job coaching, education, and advocacy support to adults with a disability. The Employment Specialist also provides transitional support, marketing to employers, and education and support to community organizations. REQUIREMENTS: Education & Experience: * Degree or Diploma in an area directly related to supporting people with developmental disabilities, such as Social Services, Human Services, or Education or a combination of relevant experience and education. * 1-2 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities in a vocational setting. * Experience in adaptive communication techniques information technology. * Previous experience working with adults with barriers to employment. * Demonstrated ability to successfully implement instructional and other support programs for adults. Standard requirements of the Employment Specialist include: * Criminal Record Check * Satisfactory Driver’s Abstract * Class 5 Driver’s License & vehicle required * Business Use Insurance * Must be willing to travel throughout the lower mainland (Burnaby, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, North & West Vancouver, Vancouver, Richmond) * Valid First Aid/CPR * Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification * Demonstrated competency in English * Computer literacy * 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 www.develop.bc.ca We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

The Employment Specialist provides pre-employment counseling, job coaching, and advocacy support to adults with developmental disabilities. They also engage in marketing to employers and provide education and support to community organizations.

Candidates must have a degree or diploma in a relevant field such as Social Services or Education, along with 1-2 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. A valid driver's license, vehicle, and various certifications like First Aid/CPR and Non-violent Crisis Intervention are required.

• Health and welfare benefits plan • Employee and family assistance plan • Municipal pension plan • Educational and training opportunities

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• Employment counseling
• Job coaching
• Advocacy
• Adaptive communication
• Instructional program implementation
• Marketing
• Community outreach
• Crisis intervention
• First aid
• CPR
• Computer literacy
• Crisis Intervention Certification
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Valid Driver's License
• Podcasting
• Social Work
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Information Technology
• Developmental Disabilities
• English Language
• Human Services
• Coaching
• Abstract Class
• Blogs

• Social Services
• Education
• Human Resources
• Employment Specialist
• Career Counselor
• Personnel and Careers Professionals
• Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

38 hours per week