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Direct Support Professional

Ottawa, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 2, 2026
1 position

$24–$28 / hour

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Employment type: Part-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 16 hours per week

Job summary

The Direct Support Professional assists individuals with developmental disabilities in their daily lives to ensure they can live fully within their homes and communities. Responsibilities include providing behavioural intervention and supporting clients in learning skills for personal growth and development.

Job details

Direct Support Professional - Permanent 16-hour FLEX position. Shifts vary between days, evenings, every other weekend and occasional overnight. Successful candidate will be expected to work in a variety or programs based on the need of the district. The pay range is $24.20-$28.31 hourly. Behavioural Intervention expected. Application must be received by October 14th , 2026 at 4:30PM. 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 * Tuition reimbursement, career development and training opportunities. * Competitive wages Preferred: * 3-6 Months Work Experience * Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, or post-secondary education in a related field Next steps in our 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 and the AODA. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. Visit Developmental Services Workforce Initiative [https://dscorecomp.com/] to learn more about the core competencies that characterize the work of direct support professionals

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates should have 3-6 months of work experience and post-secondary education in a related field such as Developmental Services or Child and Youth work. Applicants must be available for flexible shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and occasional overnights.