Child Care Worker – Autism & Neurodivergent Support
CareGrowth Family Services Inc. | West Vancouver, BC
$32–$34/hr | Full-Time / Part-Time / Casual
Among the highest-paying care roles in Metro Vancouver for this position.
About CareGrowth
CareGrowth Family Services is a premium home care provider supporting children, youth, and families across the North Shore and Sea to Sky.
We operate with structured homes, consistent teams, and high standards, delivering care families can rely on.
About This Role
We are hiring for a role within an established residential home supporting two young children.
The home has a strong, experienced team and well-developed routines already in place. We are looking for someone who can step into this environment and contribute positively to the consistency and stability of care.
The children may present with autism and other neurodivergent needs, and benefit from calm, structured, and engaging support.
This is not a fill-in role — we are looking for someone who can become a reliable, trusted part of the team and home environment.
What You’ll Do
- Support daily routines (meals, hygiene, activities, bedtime)
- Prepare and cook simple, healthy meals for the children
- Provide hands-on care including diapering, hygiene, and personal care support
- Follow established care and behaviour plans
- Create and maintain a calm, structured environment
- Support communication, life skills, and development
- Engage in play, sensory activities, and outdoor time
- Administer medications and follow medical routines (training provided)
- Complete daily documentation
- Work closely with a small, consistent team to ensure continuity of care
Who You Are
Strong candidates may come from backgrounds such as:
- HCA (Health Care Assistant) – strong asset
- ECE / ECA – strong asset
- Educational Assistant (EA)
- Autism Support Worker / Behaviour Interventionist
- Residential Child & Youth Worker
You stand out if you:
- Have experience supporting children with autism or neurodivergent needs
- Are calm, patient, and emotionally intelligent
- Are comfortable working within structured routines and expectations
- Communicate well and contribute positively to a team environment
- Are reliable, consistent, and take pride in your work
- Are comfortable providing hands-on, day-to-day care in a home setting
Requirements
- Experience working with children or youth
- First Aid & CPR (if expired, we can assist with renewal)
- Criminal Record Check
- Must be able to pass BC Ministry (MCFD) background check
- Legally entitled to work in Canada
- Ability to administer medication or willingness to learn
- Valid driver’s licence (required)
- Reliable transportation to and from the work location
Why CareGrowth
- Competitive pay at the top end of the market
- Structured, well-run home (not chaotic environments)
- Supportive, team-based culture
- Strong leadership and oversight
- Meaningful, long-term work
Our Hiring Process
We are selective for a reason.
- Minimum 2 rounds of interviews
- Scenario-based discussions
- Reference checks
Successful candidates must complete a BC Ministry background check prior to starting.
Work Environment
- Residential home setting (West Vancouver)
- Small, team-based environment
- Shifts may include days, evenings, overnights, and weekends
How to Apply
Please submit your resume along with a short note about your experience working with children or youth.
You may apply directly through Indeed or through our website:
https://caregrowth.ca/jobs/child-care-worker-autism-neurodivergent-support/