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life skills coach

Posted on July 31, 2026 by Employer details Developmental Disabilities Association

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Job details

  • Location Vancouver, BCV6K 4L9
  • Work location On site
  • Salary26.83 hourly / 37.5 hours per week
  • Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
  • Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Flexible hours
  • Starts as early as 2026-08-17
  • Benefits: Health benefits, Financial benefits, Other benefits
  • vacancies 1 vacancy
  • Source Job Bank #3636071

Overview

Languages

English

Education

  • Bachelor's degree

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

  • Group home

Responsibilities

Tasks

  • Prepare reports or case histories
  • Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services
  • Perform administrative tasks
  • Implement life skills workshops
  • Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs
  • Resolve conflict situations
  • Implement behaviour management programs
  • Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
  • Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment programs
  • Assist clients/guests with special needs
  • Accompany clients to appointments and social outings

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

  • Developmental services worker (DSW) Training
  • Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate
  • First Aid Certificate
  • CPR Certificate

Experience and specialization

Target audience

  • Females
  • Males
  • Persons with an intellectual disability
  • Persons with learning disabilities
  • Persons with mental health disabilities
  • Persons with physical disabilities

Computer and technology knowledge

  • MS Office

Area of work experience

  • Community service organization

Additional information

Security and safety

  • Criminal record check
  • Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

  • Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Ability to work independently
  • Work under pressure

Weight handling

  • More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal suitability

  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Judgement
  • Values and ethics
  • Client focus
  • Excellent written communication
  • Initiative

Benefits

Health benefits

  • Dental plan
  • Disability benefits
  • Health care plan
  • Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

  • As per collective agreement
  • Group insurance benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Pension plan

Other benefits

  • Parking available
  • Wellness program

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

  • a Canadian citizen
  • a permanent resident of Canada
  • a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2026-08-21

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life skills coach NOC 42201 Lower Mainland–Southwest Region
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