Direct Support Professional
Karis Disability Services
Location: North Bay
Work Type: In-person/On site
Position Type: Full Time
Job Description:
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.
Learn more about our Core Competencies here: Core Competencies | DS Workforce Initiative
Required Qualifications:
Preferred: Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, or post-secondary education in a related field
Desired Skills:
Must be available to work a variety of shifts including weekends and nights.
Preference will be given to Francophone applicants
Full G license required.
Experience in DS sector will be an asset
How to Apply:
Create a profile on our Carrer portal and apply: https://recruiting.ultipro.ca/CHR5001CRHZ/JobBoard/5a4ed119-429c-4d7a-9302-5abc442a5d65/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=4bd33235-deba-4701-b9e8-24141c8c7957
