Casual Direct Support Professional

Karis Disability Services; Chatham; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Competitive wages

Job summary

Karis Disability Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist people with developmental disabilities in their homes and communities, helping them live independently and participate fully in daily activities.

This role emphasizes respect for personal rights, development of skills, and collaboration with families and care teams. Flexible schedules and locations available, with opportunities for training and career growth.

Qualifications

• Experience providing support to people with developmental disabilities.
• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check.
• Access to reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities and community participation.
• Support people to exercise rights and learn skills for independence.
• Collaborate with care teams and document progress.

Skills

Experience with DSP tasks

Reliable transportation

Background check satisfactory

Education

DSW / CYW education or related field

Job description

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Direct Support Professional (DSP) employees work with people who experience developmental disabilities as they live in their homes and communities. This position assists people in their daily life, working with them and their connections to ensure that they can live fully in the community. Direct Support Professionals recognize people's rights to direct their life, understanding that each person has unique gifts and needs, and they support people to learn skills for their own growth and development.

Why Should You Apply?

• Flexible schedules and various locations
• Employee Assistance Plan, comprehensive benefits package for full-time and part-time
• Tuition reimbursement, career development and training opportunities
• Competitive wages

Requirements

• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check
• Access to reliable transportation

Preferred

• 3-6 Months Experience (volunteer or employment)
• Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, or post-secondary education in a related field

Our Hiring Process

• Resume and cover letter submitted, followed by completion of short screening survey
• Video recorded interview (link sent by email) and references requested
• Realistic job preview at location, and meeting with the hiring manager

Karis Disability Services seeks to hire a workforce that represents the diversity of the communities where we serve. We are committed to promoting communities of belonging where Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour feel valued, respected, represented, and heard. We encourage applications from qualified candidates from members of groups with historical or current barriers to equity. We seek to provide accessibility through all stages of the hiring process for all applicants with disabilities consistent with our Accessibility Policies and the AODA. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.