Casual Direct Support Professional - Nina Court

Karis; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Plan

Benefits package for part-time

Tuition reimbursement / career dev

Job summary

Karis Disability Services is hiring a Casual Direct Support Professional in the Hamilton area. The role involves working with people with developmental disabilities in home and community settings, providing daily living support, and helping individuals pursue learning and growth.

This is a permanent relief, part-time position with flexible scheduling. Applicants should have access to reliable transportation; experience (3–6 months) in related roles is preferred, and post-secondary education in a

Qualifications

• Experience working with people who have developmental disabilities is beneficial.
• Access to reliable transportation is required.
• Preferred: 3–6 months experience (volunteer or employment).

Responsibilities

• Assist people in daily life and support them to live fully in the community.
• Help individuals develop skills for growth and independence.
• Provide back-fill relief and call-in support as needed.

Skills

Experience in DSP/related work

Access to reliable transportation

Education

Post-secondary education in related field

Job description

Casual Direct Support Professional - Nina Court

Job Category: Direct Support

Requisition Number: CASUA010193

• Part-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

Hamilton area
Hamilton, ON, CAN

Description

This is a Permanent Relief Support role. The Relief Support provides call-in or back-fill support.
Applications must be submitted by November 1, 2026
Hourly Rate: $22.99

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 (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.