Direct Support Professional
Direct Support Professionals assist individuals with developmental disabilities in their daily lives to ensure full community integration. They support personal growth and development while respecting the rights and unique needs of each individual.
- On-site
- Windsor, ON
- Posted Aug 4, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
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. Permanent, part-time position in Windsor// Flex Rotation, minimum 32hrs bi-weekly, Shifts may include days, afternoons, occasional night shifts and minimum 2 weekends a month. Scheduled shifts will vary week to week based on program needs.// Wage : $25.18 - $29.46 per hour// Full G license is required.// Closing Date :August 15, 2026, 11:59 PM// Education in Developmental Service Worker Program , Child and Youth Care, Social Work, Disability Studies, and Nursing is an asset.// Visit Developmental Services Workforce Initiative to learn more about the core competencies that characterize the work of direct support professionals. https://dscorecomp.com/ 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, Disability Studies, and Nursing 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.
What you’ll do
Direct Support Professionals assist individuals with developmental disabilities in their daily lives to ensure full community integration. They support personal growth and development while respecting the rights and unique needs of each individual.
Requirements
A full G driver's license is required for this position. Education in fields such as Developmental Service Worker, Child and Youth Care, Social Work, Disability Studies, or Nursing is considered an asset.
Benefits
• Flexible schedules • Employee assistance plan • Comprehensive benefits package • Tuition reimbursement • Career development • Training opportunities
Listed skills
- CommunicationPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Developmental support
- Community integration
- Skill development
- Personal care
- Advocacy
- Communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Support Services
- Valid Driver's License
- Social Work
- Developmental Disabilities
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Interpersonal Communications
- Nursing
- Personal Care
Job areas
- Social Services
- Healthcare
- Direct Support Professional
- Home Health Aide
- Home-based Personal Care Workers
- Home Health Aides
- Home Health and Personal Care Aides
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 16 hours per week
