Direct Support Professional

Karis Disability Services; Barrie; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules & locations

Employee Assistance Plan & benefits

Tuition reimbursement & training

Competitive wages

Job summary

Karis Disability Services is hiring a Direct Support Professional to assist people with developmental disabilities in homes and communities, promoting independence and community inclusion. You will support daily living, rights, and personal growth in a respectful, trauma-informed setting.

The role offers flexible schedules across weekdays and weekends, with a benefits package for part-time and full-time staff and opportunities for tuition reimbursement and career development.

Qualifications

• Access to reliable transportation is required.
• G license is required.
• Preferred: 3–6 months experience (volunteer or employment).
• Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, or related post-secondary education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist people with daily living in their homes and communities.
• Support people to exercise rights and learn skills for growth.
• Help individuals live more fully in the community and maintain connections.

Skills

Reliable transportation

G license

Education

Related post-secondary education or DHS/W or C.Y.W. credentials

Job description

Permanent Part-Time Position. Includes Weekdays, Days, Evenings and Weekends.
TAYS, Apartment setting, criminal justice, mental health, risk management, addiction, trauma informed, FASD experience preferred.
Simcoe 11 - Barrie, ON
Hourly $25.18-$29.46 CAD
Opportunity Closing Date: Nov 22, 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
• G License

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.