Direct Support Professional - Full Time

Full-Time Direct Support Professional

Huntsville, ON

Pay rate: $25.18-29.46

G license required

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

Preferred:

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

Our Hiring Process:

• Resume and cover letter submitted
• 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. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

• First Aid
• Approved to Drive

Behaviors

Preferred

• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Preferred

• Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals