Casual Direct Support Professional

Karis Disability Services; Peterborough; 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

Job summary

Karis Disability Services in Peterborough, ON is hiring a Direct Support Professional in a permanent casual role. The position includes days, evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts, with a pay rate of $22.99/hr. A full G license is preferred.

Applications close November 15, 2026. As a Direct Support Professional, you'll assist people with developmental disabilities in daily living within homes and communities, promoting independence and community participation while respecting rights and

Qualifications

• 3–6 months experience in related field.
• Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, or related post-secondary education preferred.
• Access to reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist people with developmental disabilities in daily living activities.
• Support people to live fully in the community and exercise their rights.
• Help learn skills for growth and development and maintain connections.

Skills

3-6 Months Experience

Access to reliable transportation

Education

Developmental Services Worker

Child and Youth Worker

Post-secondary education in a related field

Job description

This is a permanent casual position in Peterborough, ON, which includes days, evenings, weekends and overnight shifts. The rate of pay is $22.99/hr. Full G license preferred. We are accepting applications until November 15th, 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:

• 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

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.