Temp (6 month)Full- time Direct Support Professional

Karis; Southwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Competitive wages

Job summary

Karis Disability Services in Waterloo, ON invites applications for a Temp (6 month) Full-Time Direct Support Professional role. You will work with people who experience developmental disabilities, helping them live independently in their homes and communities.

This on-site position offers flexible schedules and opportunities for career development, plus benefits. Hourly wage is CAD 24.69–28.88, with a typical 35-40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Direct Support Professional works with people who experience developmental disabilities in their homes and communities.
• Supports people to learn skills for growth and development.
• Respects people's rights to direct their life and independence.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily living activities in their homes and community settings.
• Support community integration and participation in routine activities.
• Collaborate with care teams to promote safety and well-being.

Job description

Temp (6 month)Full- time Direct Support Professional

Job Category: Direct Support

Requisition Number: TEMP6009878

• Posted : September 22, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Waterloo area
Waterloo, ON, CAN

Description

Temporary Full-Time position (6-Months)

35-40hours/week

Direct Support Professional - Waterloo Area

Direct Support Professional(DSP)employeeswork 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 inthecommunity.Direct Support Professionals recognizepeople's rights to direct their life, understanding that each person has unique gifts and needs, andtheysupport 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

Preferred:

• Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, or post-secondary education in a related field

Our Hiring Process:

• Resume and cover letter submitted
• Video recorded interview (link sent by email) and references requested
• Realistic job preview at location, and meeting with the hiring manager

Application Deadline: September 28th @ 11:59 pm

Hourly Range: 24.69-28.88

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.