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Direct Support Professional - Direct Support Professional - Permanent 40 hour FLEX

The Direct Support Professional provides critical services to individuals, assisting with activities of daily living and implementing person-centered plans. They collaborate with families, advocates, and community partners to foster belonging and uphold the organization's core values.

  • On-site
  • Ottawa, ON
  • Posted Aug 24, 2026
  • 1 position

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Job summary

Direct Support Professional - Permanent 40 hour FLEX position. Shifts vary between days, evenings, every other weekend and occasional overnight. Successful candidate will be expected to work in a variety of programs based on the need of the district. The pay range is $24.20-$28.31 hourly. Minimum 6 months experience with Behaviour Intervention. Full G drivers license preferred. Application must be received by September 7, 2026 at 4:30PM. The 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. The Direct Support Professional 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. They assist 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. The Direct Support Professional helps build communities of belonging in accordance to the core Values of Karis Disability Services; Valuing People, Fostering Belonging, Serving Others and Respecting Gifts. They 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. 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.

What you’ll do

The Direct Support Professional provides critical services to individuals, assisting with activities of daily living and implementing person-centered plans. They collaborate with families, advocates, and community partners to foster belonging and uphold the organization's core values.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of 6 months of experience with Behaviour Intervention and a full G driver's license is preferred. The role requires flexibility to work varying shifts including days, evenings, and weekends.

Listed skills

  • CommunicationPreferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Behaviour Intervention
  • Activities of daily living
  • Person centered planning
  • Administrative duties
  • Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Relationship building
  • Advocacy
  • Administrative Functions
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Planning
  • Relationship Building
  • Activities Of Daily Living (ADLs)

Job areas

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

Additional details

Minimum experience
0+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week