Developmental Service Worker (DSW)

Inclusion Northumberland; Cobourg; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Signing bonus

Overtime pay

Dental coverage

RRSP matching

Career advancement

EAP access

Job summary

Inclusion Northumberland is seeking compassionate staff to support people with developmental disabilities in Trent Hills, Cobourg and surrounding areas. This part-time, permanent role offers meaningful community integration, flexible hours, and training opportunities.

Starting wages are $25.48–$26.76 per hour with a $100 signing bonus after probation. Overtime, dental and eyeglass coverage, RRSP matching, and career development are provided.

Qualifications

• We invite candidates who have Human Services diplomas (DSW, SSW, PSW, BST, CYW, etc.) or degrees.
• Willing to train motivated team members.
• Ability to work flexible hours including days, evenings, overnights and weekends.

Education

Human Services diploma or degree

Job description

Job Type:

Part Time, Permanent

This is an exciting opportunity to support people with a developmental disability to achieve their personal goals, travel, meet new friends, establish social roles, learn new skills, connect with family, join new groups, actively participate in the life of their community, support medical needs and personal care.

Inclusion Northumberland Offers:

• A very competitive wage package
  • Part-Time starts at $25.48
  • Full Time starts at $31.53
• $100 Signing Bonus upon completion of Probationary Period
• Overtime pay
• Dental and eyeglass coverage
• Matched RRSP contribution
• Many different support programs and locations available for scheduled shifts
• Schedules that go out 6 weeks in advance
• Access to our completely free Employee Assistance Plan
• Extensive training & career advancement opportunities

Qualifications:

We invite candidates who have Human Services diplomas (DSW, SSW, PSW, BST, CYW, etc.) or degrees. We also welcome those without Human Services diplomas, but have transferrable personal experience diverse enough to be considered equivalent, as we are willing to train motivated team members. The ability to work flexible hours is a requirement inclusive of days, evenings, overnights and weekends.

Pay Range:

$25.48 - $26.76 per hour

Location:

Trent Hills, Cobourg, Brighton, and/or the surrounding areas

Requirements:

• A Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Search (within the last 6 months)
• Current Standard First Aid - Level C CPR and Non Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI/CPI) Certification
• An acceptable medical examination form (provided by Inclusion Northumberland) that relates specifically to the physical demands of the position and is designed to determine whether the applicant is capable of performing the essential duties of the job
• A valid Ontario Class G Driver's License
• Valid automobile insurance (with a minimum of $1,000,000 liability)
• An acceptable Driver's Abstract
• Employees may at times need to use their personal vehicle to transport persons supported (and potentially one or more members of the supported person's family) when vehicles owned by the agency are not reasonable available

Transparency Notice

As part of our commitment to a fair and efficient hiring process, we use AI-assisted tools to support tasks such as application screening and communication. All applications are reviewed, and all hiring decisions are made thoroughly by our hiring team.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Inclusion Northumberland respects and values a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We are committed to a non-discriminatory approach that provides equal employment opportunities for everyone.