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Employment Specialist

Developmental Disabilities Association

Location:
Canada, Vancouver

Category:
Human Resources

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

33.54 CAD / Hour

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Job Description:

If you’re an expert on hiring and coaching people reentering 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.

Job Responsibility:

Provides pre-employment counselling, job coaching, education and advocacy support to adults with a disability
Provides transitional support, marketing to employers, and education and support to community organizations

Requirements:

Degree or Diploma in area directly related to supporting people with developmental disabilities such as Social Services, Human Services, or 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
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 proficiency
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

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 08, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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