Part-Time Direct Support Professional Group Living Saskatoon

Karis Disability Services; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Plan

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Career development and training

Competitive wages

Yearly wage increase up to 5 years

Job summary

Karis Disability Services is seeking a Part-Time Direct Support Professional for group living in Saskatoon. You will assist with daily living activities, collaborating with families, advocates and community partners to promote citizenship and personal growth.

The role emphasizes flexibility in schedules, driving responsibilities with a valid license, and opportunities for training and career development.

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).
• Preferred: Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, or related post-secondary education.

Responsibilities

• Direct Support Professional employees build communities that value the contributions of people who experience developmental disabilities.
• Assist with activities of daily living and collaborate with families, advocates, friends and community partners.
• Promote self-determination and growth while supporting full citizenship.
• Provide care in a group living Saskatoon setting and adapt activities to individual needs.

Skills

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Communication

Education

Post-secondary education in related field

Job description

Part-Time Direct Support Professional Group Living Saskatoon

Job Category: Direct Support

Requisition Number: PLEAS009714

• Part-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Saskatoon area
Saskatoon, 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.