Full-Time Direct Support Professional

Karis Disability Services; Prince Albert; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Benefits package

Tuition reimbursement and training

Competitive wages

Annual wage growth up to 5 years

Job summary

Karis Disability Services in Prince Albert, SK is seeking a Direct Support Professional to help people with developmental disabilities with daily living and community participation.

You will work with families, advocates, and community partners to promote self-determination and meaningful relationships while encouraging growth and inclusion in the community.

Qualifications

• Valid Saskatchewan Full Class 5 or Novice 2 driver’s license and access to reliable transportation
• Satisfactory Driver’s Abstract
• Preferred: 3–6 months experience (volunteer or employment) in related field

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living and community participation
• Collaborate with families, advocates and community partners to promote citizenship
• Respect individuals' self-determination and support growth and relationships

Skills

3-6 Months Experience

Education

Developmental Services Worker

Child and Youth Worker

Related field education

Job description

Prince Albert area
Prince Albert, SK, CAN

Description

Direct Support Professional employees build communities that value the contributions of people who experience developmental disabilities. They assist with activities of daily living, working collaboratively with families, advocates, friends, and community partners in order to promote full citizenship and enhance relationships. Recognizing people’s right to self-determination, and valuing their unique gifts while encouraging continuous growth and development is only a part of what makes this a rewarding career.

• Flexible schedules and various locations
• Employee Assistance Plan, comprehensive benefits package
• Tuition reimbursement, career development and training opportunities
• Competitive wages
• Yearly wage increase up to 5 years

Requirements:

• A valid Sask. Full Class 5 or Sask. Novice 2 driver’s license and access to reliable transportation
• Satisfactory Driver’s Abstract

Preferred:

• 3-6 Months Experience (volunteer or employment)
• Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, or post-secondary education in a related field

Working Conditions:

• This location supports service users who smoke and/or vape
• May involve driving/travel within the local community with people supported as passengers

Next steps in our process:

• A link will be sent to complete a short survey
• Personal link to a video interview within 48hrs, references requested
• Invitation to a realistic job preview and meeting with 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.