Vancouver Island Community Advocate | Access DTC Program

Post Open: August 1, 2025
Post Closes: August 22, 2025, 4:30pm
Location: Vancouver Island, BC
Category: Community and Social Services
Job Type: Contractor (3 days/week)
Term: Until March 31, 2026, with possibility of extension
Salary: $34/hour
Report to: Vancouver Island Community Engagement Specialist, Director-Access DTC Program, Disability Alliance BC

Who We Are 

Disability Alliance BC

Since 1977, Disability Alliance BC (DABC) has been a provincial, cross-disability voice in British Columbia. We are a non-profit, charitable organization that champions issues impacting the lives of people with disabilities. Our vision is for people with all disabilities to live with dignity, independence, and as equal and full participants in the community. We envision a future where people with disabilities are recognized for their inherent worth as individuals, and as valued members of society. Our mission is to promote a more inclusive and equitable society for people with all disabilities through our direct services, community partnerships, systemic advocacy, research, and publications.

Project Background 

Through a new RDSP initiative, the Access DTC program works to reduce poverty and barriers to long-term financial stability for people with disabilities living on Vancouver Island. The RDSP is a long-term savings plan designed to help people with disabilities access significant financial savings for their future. The successful candidate will help to increase access to the DTC, RDSP, and other related benefits by raising awareness about the program and supporting people across Vancouver Island communities to navigate through the application process.

Duties & Responsibilities 

Under the supervision of DABC’s Access DTC Program Director and Vancouver Island Community Engagement Specialist, the Community Advocate will:

• Provide one-on-one support (remote and in person) for people with disabilities to apply for the DTC and related benefits. Direct services will include facilitating mobile clinics across Vancouver Island and will require access to a motor vehicle to travel across Vancouver Island
• Reach out to the community using a variety of means including developing educational materials, delivering of virtual and in-person workshops, establishing new community partnerships to improve DTC/RDSP uptake for people with disabilities on Vancouver Island
• Create and deliver training modules to community service providers as well as health, educational, and financial professionals on the DTC/RDSP/related benefits to build capacity for sustained support within local communities
• Work closely with Access DTC program partners, the Island Health Authority (IHA), and community partners by attending regular internal team meetings and meetings with partners.

The successful applicant must:  

• Be able to work effectively with people with disabilities
• Have strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate complex concepts in plain language
• Be computer literate and proficient with word-processing software including the Microsoft Office Suite
• Be self-motivated, adaptable, and able to work effectively with a team
• Have excellent organizational skills
• Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive client information
• Have a driver’s license and access to a motor vehicle
• Have a laptop
• Be able to pass a criminal record check and vulnerable sector check.

The following are strong assets for this position:  

• Experience with disability benefits, including the DTC, RDSP, and related benefits
• Experience in the non-profit sector
• Experience with community outreach or program planning
• Experience with presenting complex information to diverse audiences
• Experience working with Adobe Creative Suite
• Strong knowledge of social media
• Experience with a disability and/or supporting people with disabilities
• Access to a printer

Commitment to Equity

DABC is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of inclusion, anti-ableism, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented, including Indigenous persons, and people of all sexual orientations, gender expressions and identities. People with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.

Wage: $34/hr at 24 hours/week.

Working hours and location:

This is a fully remote contract until March 31, 2026, with possibility of extension. The successful candidate will be living and working on Vancouver Island.

To Apply:

Please submit a resume and brief cover letter addressed to Cynthia Minh (Director, Tax AID & Access RDSP) cynthia@dabc.ca using the subject heading “Job Application: Vancouver Island Community Advocate”. No phone calls or faxes please.

Applications are due no later than 4:30 p.m. on August 22, 2025, 4:30pm. DABC welcomes all applications, however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. Interviews will be conducted in September, and the position start date will be as soon as possible.