Direct Support Professional - Flex Part Time

Karis Disability Services; Huntsville; On-site; CAD 34,440 - 38,572; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Competitive wages

Job summary

Karis Disability Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional to support individuals with developmental disabilities in homes and communities in the Huntsville area. The role includes days, evenings, and alternating weekends with occasional overnights, and requires a valid G license.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, tuition reimbursement, and competitive wages. Applicants are invited to apply with resume and cover letter to begin the hiring process.

Qualifications

• Experience working with people who have developmental disabilities is beneficial.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to respect rights and promote independence for individuals.

Responsibilities

• Assist people in daily living and community integration.
• Support individuals to learn skills for growth and development.
• Respect individuals' rights and choices while promoting safety and wellbeing.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Education

Developmental Services Worker

Child and Youth Worker

Post-secondary education in related field

Job description

Overview

Permanent Flex Part Time. Must be available to cover occasional overnights. Shifts include days, evenings, and alternate weekends.

G License Required

Application Deadline: July 5, 2026

Rate of Pay: $25.18-27:91

Responsibilities

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.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Plan, comprehensive benefits package for full-time and part-time
• Tuition reimbursement, career development and training opportunities
• Competitive wages

Qualifications

• Preferred: Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, or post-secondary education in a related field

Hiring Process

• Resume and cover letter submitted
• 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. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.