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Casual Direct Support Professional

  • Kawartha Lakes, ON, Canada
  • Lindsay, ON, Canada

The rate of pay is $22.09/hr. · Part-time

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Pay
The rate of pay is $22.09/hr.
Job type
Part-time
Posting language
English
Posted

Original job description

This is a permanent casual position in Lindsay, ON, which includes days, evenings, weekends and overnight shifts. The rate of pay is $22.09/hr. Full G license and personal automobile insurance preferred. We are accepting applications until October 12, 2026.

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
Direct Support Professional (DSP) employees work 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 in the community. Direct Support Professionals recognize people's rights to direct their life, understanding that each person has unique gifts and needs, and they support 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

Requirements:

  • Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check
  • Access to reliable transportation

Preferred:

  • 3-6 Months Experience 
  • Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, or post-secondary education in a related field

Our Hiring Process:

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

Learn more about our Core Competencies here: https://dscorecomp.com/core-competencies/

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 and the AODA. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

More about this job

Responsibilities

Direct Support Professionals assist individuals with developmental disabilities in their daily lives to ensure they can live fully within their communities. They support clients in learning new skills for personal growth while respecting their rights to direct their own lives.

Requirements

Candidates must have a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check and access to reliable transportation. A full G license and personal automobile insurance are preferred, along with 3-6 months of experience and relevant post-secondary education.

Skills

  • Direct support
  • Developmental disabilities support
  • Community integration
  • Personal care assistance
  • Skill development
  • Client advocacy
  • Documentation
  • Safety compliance

Benefits

  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Career development
  • Training opportunities

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Categories

  • Social Services
  • Healthcare

Keywords

  • Direct Support Professional
  • Developmental Disabilities
  • Community Support
  • Vulnerable Sector Police Check
  • G License
  • Personal Automobile Insurance
  • Developmental Services Worker
  • Child and Youth Worker
  • Social Services
  • Accessibility
  • AODA
  • Core Competencies
  • Training
  • Career Development
  • Tuition Reimbursement

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