Direct Support Professional - Full time

Karis; Muskoka Lakes Township; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Career development and training

Competitive wages

Job summary

Karis Disability Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living at home and in the community. You will support people in daily activities, helping them live fully in their communities with respect for their rights.

The role includes alternate weekends and morning & evening shifts; a Full G driving license is required. Benefits include EAP, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for career development and competitive

Qualifications

• Prefer Developmental Services Worker (DSW), Child and Youth Worker (CYW) or related post-secondary qualification.
• Must have a valid Full G driving license.

Responsibilities

• Assist people with developmental disabilities in daily living at home and in the community.
• Support individuals to exercise their rights and pursue growth and development.

Education

Post-secondary education in a related field

Job description

Permanent, full time position
Includes alternate weekends and morning & evening shifts

Full G driving license is required.

Hourly rate: $25.18 -27.91
Applications must be received by 30 OCT 2026

Direct Support Professional(DSP)employeeswork 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 inthecommunity.Direct Support Professionals recognizepeople's rights to direct their life, understanding that each person has unique gifts and needs, andtheysupport 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

Preferred:

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

Our 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.