Direct Support Professional

Community Living & Respite Northumberland provides planning, supports and services for people with developmental disabilities. Community Participation Supports & Services are designed to assist adults to create goals, build capacity, connect and participate inclusively as a citizen within their community.

We have two (2) permanent and three (3) contract Direct Support Professional positions available within our: Community Participation Supports & Services. Part Time 30 hrs/wk.

The permanent and contract positions are projected to start late November, 2026.

The contract positions will end November, 2027.

These position will provide flexible support with the hours being scheduled to best support people’s goals and interests within the services we provide and the community-based activities in which they are involved.

Applicant’s considered will possess a Developmental Service Worker diploma or equivalent Social Services/Human Services diploma/degree with experience working with people with developmental disabilities, knowledge of community resources and opportunities**,** the ability to understand and promote independence, facilitate and support citizenship and community inclusion. Required are current First Aid / CPR / Non Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI/CPI) certificate, access to a vehicle, a valid G license, current and acceptable Drivers abstract and a Criminal/Vulnerable Reference Check less than 6 months old.

Please include a cover letter with your resume. Application Deadline: October 30, 2026

Community Living & Respite Northumberland is an equal opportunity employer. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted

As part of our ongoing commitment to the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Community Living & Respite Northumberland will provide assistance to applicants who request accommodation throughout the recruitment process.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: From $30.59 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Mileage reimbursement

Education:

• DCS / DEC (required)

Experience:

• working in the developmental services sector: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• acceptable Criminal/Vulnerable sector check (preferred)
• CPI/NVCI certification (required)
• First Aid Certification (required)
• G License and access to a vehicle (required)

Work Location: In person