Casual Direct Support Professional

Karis; Peterborough; Hybrid; CAD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Employee Assistance Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Career development and training

Job summary

Karis Disability Services seeks a permanent casual Direct Support Professional in Peterborough, ON. This role includes days, evenings, weekends and overnight shifts, with a pay rate of $22.99/hr. A full G license and personal automobile insurance are preferred.

Applications are accepted until September 19, 2026. DSP employees support people with developmental disabilities in homes and communities, helping with daily tasks and learning skills to live independently.

Qualifications

• Access to reliable transportation is required.

Responsibilities

• Work with people who experience developmental disabilities in their homes and communities.
• Assist individuals with daily living activities and connections to promote community living.
• Support people's rights to direct their life and help them grow and develop.

Skills

3-6 Months Experience

Education

Developmental Services Worker

Child and Youth Worker

Post-secondary education in 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 and personal automobile insurance preferred. We are accepting applications until September 19, 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.