Direct Support Professional - Permanent Part-time

Position Direct Support Professional in Lindsay, ON - Permanent Part-time 16 hours per week rotation including every other weekend and afternoon shifts. Full G license and personal automobile insurance required. The pay range is $24.20-$28.31. Accepting applications until August 11, 2026 Direct Support Professional * Provides critical services to the people supported by Karis Disability Services and works to ensure that people belong to communities in which their God-given gifts are valued and respected. * Seeks to promote Karis Disability Services' Service Principles by enhancing relationships, promoting citizenship, valuing people’s gifts, recognizing self-determination, encouraging growth and development, and recognizing the need for holistic supports in a manner that considers each person’s intrinsic value * Assists with activities of daily living and promotes life development as outlined in person centered plans. This is done through collaboration with their team, families, advocates, friends, and community partners. The Direct Support Professional completes administrative duties and responsibilities as required or assigned * Helps build communities of belonging in accordance to the core Values of Karis Disability Services; Valuing People, Fostering Belonging, Serving Others and Respecting Gifts * Respect and upholds the Values, Vision and Mission of Karis Disability Services, demonstrating the highest standards of courtesy, respect and integrity in their dealings with persons supported, other employees and both internal and external stakeholders. 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 * 6 Months Experience (minimum) * 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 our 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 accommodation, and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

The Direct Support Professional provides critical services to individuals by assisting with activities of daily living and promoting life development based on person-centered plans. They also perform administrative duties and foster a sense of belonging within the community in alignment with organizational values.

Candidates must have at least 6 months of experience and post-secondary education in a related field such as Developmental Services or Child and Youth work. A full G driver's license, personal automobile insurance, and a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check are mandatory.

• Flexible schedules • Employee Assistance Plan • Comprehensive benefits package • Tuition reimbursement • Career development • Training opportunities

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• Direct support
• Person-centered planning
• Administrative duties
• Relationship building
• Community engagement
• Activities of daily living assistance
• Collaboration
• Advocacy
• Administrative Functions
• Vehicle Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Higher Education
• Activities Of Daily Living (ADLs)

• Social Services
• Healthcare
• Administrative
• Direct Support Professional
• Home Health Aide
• Home-based Personal Care Workers
• Home Health Aides
• Home Health and Personal Care Aides

Minimum education

Master’s degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

16 hours per week