Casual Direct Support Professional

Karis Disability Services; Lindsay; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Employee Assistance Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Career development and training

Competitive wages

Job summary

Karis Disability Services in Lindsay, Ontario, is seeking a Permanent Direct Support Professional to help people with developmental disabilities live fully in the community. This role requires days, evenings, weekends and overnight shifts.

Direct Support Professionals assist with daily living, support growth, and respect individual rights to direct their life. We offer flexible schedules, a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and part-time, tuition reimbursement, career development and

Qualifications

• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• 3-6 months experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist people with developmental disabilities in daily living at home and in the community.
• Support individuals to direct their life and learn skills for growth and development.
• Respect rights of individuals and help them participate in community activities.

Education

Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, or related field education

Job description

This is a permanent casual position in Lindsay, ON, which includes days, evenings, weekends and overnight shifts. The rate of pay is $22.98/hr. Full G license and personal automobile insurance preferred. We are accepting applications until October 12, 2026.

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
• 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

Learn more about our Core Competencies here: https://dscorecomp.com/core-competencies/

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.