Temporary Full Time Direct Support Professional

Karis Disability Services; Waldheim; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Employee Assistance Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Competitive wages

Yearly wage increase

Job summary

Karis Disability Services is hiring a Temporary Full Time Direct Support Professional to support individuals with developmental disabilities. You will assist with activities of daily living, promote self-determination, and work with families and community partners to enhance relationships.

The role offers flexible schedules, a comprehensive benefits package, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for career development. Driving within the local community may be required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living and promote full citizenship.
• Collaborate with families, advocates, and community partners.
• Support individuals in planning and participating in community activities.
• May involve driving/travel within the local community with people supported as passengers.

Skills

3-6 Months Experience

Education

Developmental Services Worker

Child and Youth Worker

Post-secondary education in related field

Tools

Valid Saskatchewan driver's license

Job description

Temporary Full Time Direct Support Professional

Job Category: Direct Support

Requisition Number: PLEAS009395

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

Locations

Showing 1 location

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.