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Casual Direct Support Professional

  • Barrie, ON, Canada

Part-time

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Job type
Part-time
Posting language
English
Posted

Original job description

A Permanent Casual Position. Includes Weekdays, Evenings and Weekends. The Casual Direct Support Professional provides call-in or back-fill support. Hourly $22.58 CAD Opportunity Closing Date: October 15 ,2026

CASUAL DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

The Relief Support provides call-in or back-fill support to people supported. They assist with activities of daily living and work within the protocols of the location. They work with other employees on shift to provide supports and services to people. Working within Karis Disability Services Service Principles, the Relief Support considers each person’s intrinsic value.

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 (volunteer or employment)
  • Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, or post-secondary education in a related field
  • G-License

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
  • Invitation to a realistic job preview and meeting with the 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 and the AODA. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

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

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Responsibilities

The Direct Support Professional provides call-in or back-fill support to individuals, assisting them with activities of daily living. They work collaboratively with other employees on shift to provide services within established location protocols.

Requirements

Candidates should have a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check and access to reliable transportation. Preferred qualifications include 3-6 months of experience and post-secondary education in a related field such as Developmental Services or Child and Youth work.

Skills

  • Direct support
  • Activities of daily living
  • Developmental services
  • Child and youth support
  • Communication
  • Teamwork

Benefits

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

Visa sponsorship

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Categories

  • Social Services
  • Healthcare

Keywords

  • Direct Support Professional
  • Karis Disability Services
  • Vulnerable Sector Police Check
  • Developmental Services Worker
  • Child and Youth Worker
  • G-License
  • AODA
  • Accessibility
  • Support Services
  • Daily Living Assistance
  • Relief Support

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