Part time Direct Support Professional

Karis Disability Services; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Employee Assistance Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Career development and training

Competitive wages

Yearly wage increase up to 5 years

Job summary

Karis Disability Services in Saskatoon seeks a part-time Direct Support Professional to assist individuals in a Group Living location. You will work 21 hours per week, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, 8:00am–3:00pm, supporting daily living activities and promoting citizenship.

A valid Saskatchewan Class 5 or Novice 2 license and reliable transportation are required, along with a satisfactory driver's abstract.

Qualifications

• 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 related post-secondary education.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living and community participation.
• Collaborate with families, advocates and community partners.
• Promote full citizenship and supportive relationships for service users.

Skills

Driver's license

Education

Developmental Services Worker

Child and Youth Worker

Related post-secondary education

Job description

This is a Part time posting for the community of Saskatoon at the Group Living location
21 hours per week working Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 8:00am-3:00pm
A valid Sask. Full Class 5 or Sask. Novice 2 driver's license is required. This location supports service users who smoke and/or vape.

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

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.