Direct Support Professional - Temporary Full Time Position in a Supported Independent Living Program

Karis Disability Services; London; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Competitive wages

Job summary

Karis Disability Services is hiring Direct Support Professionals to help adults with developmental disabilities thrive in London, Ontario. Temporary full-time positions offer 40 hours per week with rotating days and afternoons, and alternate weekends.

Employees receive a competitive hourly wage and benefits eligibility. A reliable vehicle and a valid G license are required to support community-based living and transportation needs.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check is required.
• Access to reliable transportation is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized support to adults living in the community.
• Help develop skills to live as independently as possible.
• Assist with daily living activities and community integration.

Skills

DSW background

CPI techniques

G license

Homeless/outreach

Education

DSW/CYW or related education

Job description

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

• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check
• Access to reliable transportation

Preferred

• 12 Months Experience
• Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, or post-secondary education in a related field
• Experience with working with Behaviour Support Plans and CPI techniques.
• Experience supporting people living within a Supported Independent Living model.

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

Direct Support Professional in London Programs Supported Independent Living temporary until May 7, 2027

Temporary Full-time 40 hours per week

Rotate days and afternoons

Alternate weekends

Provides personalized support to adults who live independently in the community. By helping them develop the skills and support needed to live as independently as possible.

Experience With Developing Daily Living Skills

• Experience with Dual Diagnosis supports
• Experience with working with external professionals
• Experience with working with the homeless and those involved in the legal / justice system
• Full G Driver's license and use of vehicle required
• Wage : $25.18/hr - $ 29.46/hr
• Closing Date: Oct. 18th, 2026, at 11:59 PM
• Full G-License Required
• Visit Developmental Services Workforce Initiative to learn more about the core competencies that characterize the work of direct support professionals.
• https://dscorecomp.com/
• Visit Developmental Services Workforce Initiative to learn more about the core competencies that characterize the work of direct support professionals. Home | DS Workforce Initiative

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.