Casual Direct Support Professional UFCW Durham
- Oshawa, ON, Canada
The rate of pay is $22.87/hr. · Part-time
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- The rate of pay is $22.87/hr.
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- Part-time
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- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
This is a permanent casual position in Bowmanville, ON, which includes days, evenings, weekends and overnight shifts. The rate of pay is $22.87/hr. Full G license and personal automobile insurance required. Must be able to drive a program vehicle (such as wheel chair accessible van) when required as part of the role. Experience working with medical needs and with lifts/wheelchairs/adaptive-devices is an asset. We are accepting applications until October 15, 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?
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.
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
- Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check
- Access to reliable transportation
- 3-6 Months Experience
- Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, or post-secondary education in a related field
- 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
Support people with developmental disabilities in their homes and communities, assisting with daily life and helping them participate fully in the community. Respect each person's rights, gifts, and needs while supporting skill development and personal growth.
Requirements
A full G license, personal automobile insurance, reliable transportation, and a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check are required. Experience with medical needs and mobility equipment is an asset; 3–6 months of experience and education in developmental services, child and youth work, or a related post-secondary field are preferred.
Skills
- Direct Support
- Developmental Disabilities Support
- Daily Living Assistance
- Community Inclusion
- Person-Centered Support
- Medical Needs Support
- Lifts and Wheelchairs
- Adaptive Devices
- Driving
- 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
- Developmental Services
- Daily Living Assistance
- Community Inclusion
- Person-Centered Support
- Medical Needs
- Lifts
- Wheelchairs
- Adaptive Devices
- Full G License
- Personal Automobile Insurance
- Reliable Transportation
- Vulnerable Sector Police Check
- Developmental Services Worker
- Child and Youth Worker
- Post-Secondary Education
- Accessibility
- AODA