Part-Time Direct Support Professional

Karis Disability Services; Creighton; On-site; CAD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Competitive wages

Annual wage increases

Job summary

Karis Disability Services in Creighton is seeking part-time Direct Support Professionals to assist with daily living activities and community integration. Positions offer flexible schedules across multiple weeks and locations, with opportunities for career development.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families and partners to promote self-determination and meaningful relationships for people with developmental disabilities.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check is required or preferred.
• Valid Sask. Full Class 5 or Sask. Novice 2 license and access to reliable transportation.
• Satisfactory Driver’s Abstract is preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living and community integration.
• Work collaboratively with families, advocates and partners to support citizenship.
• Promote growth, development and independence for people we serve.

Skills

Vulnerable Sector Check

Driver’s license

Reliable transportation

Volunteer/Employment experience

Education

Related post-secondary education

Tools

Driver’s Abstract

Job description

This is a part-time posting for the community of Creighton at the Group Home.

16 hours per week, working: Week 1: 7:00am-3:00pm (Friday) and 3:00pm-11:00pm (Saturday) Week 2: 3:00pm-11:00pm (Sunday) and 7:00am-3:00pm (Wednesday)

24 hours per week, working: Week 1 - 4pm-10pm Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Week 2 - 4pm-10pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday

A valid Sask. Full Class 5 or Sask. Novice 2 driver's license is not required but considered an asset.

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.

Visit Developmental Service Workforce Initiative to learn more about the core competencies that characterize the work of direct support professionals.

Why Should You Apply?

• 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

• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check
• 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.