Casual Direct Support Professional - Nina Court
- Hamilton, ON, Canada
Applications must be submitted by November 1, 2026 Hourly Rate: $22.99 · Part-time
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Job details
- Pay
- Applications must be submitted by November 1, 2026 Hourly Rate: $22.99
- Job type
- Part-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
This is a Permanent Relief Support role. The Relief Support provides call-in or back-fill support.
Applications must be submitted by November 1, 2026
Hourly Rate: $22.99
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 (volunteer or employment)
- 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
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
Provide call-in or back-fill support to people with developmental disabilities in their homes and communities. Assist with daily life, support individuals' rights and choices, and help them develop skills for personal growth and community participation.
Requirements
A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check and access to reliable transportation are required. Three to six months of volunteer or employment experience and post-secondary education in a related field, such as Developmental Services Worker or Child and Youth Worker, are preferred.
Skills
- Direct Support
- Daily Living Assistance
- Community Inclusion
- Developmental Disabilities Support
- Person-Centered Support
- Life Skills Development
- Communication
- Reliable Transportation
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Career Development
- Training Opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Social Services
- Healthcare
Keywords
- Direct Support Professional
- Developmental Disabilities
- Direct Support
- Relief Support
- Call-In Support
- Back-Fill Support
- Daily Living Assistance
- Community Inclusion
- Person-Centered Support
- Individual Rights
- Life Skills Development
- Vulnerable Sector Police Check
- Reliable Transportation
- Developmental Services Worker
- Child and Youth Worker
- Post-Secondary Education
- Accessibility
- AODA