Employment Support Professional

The Employment Support Professional provides services to people in a vocational setting. They assist with activities in a workplace environment and provides employment supports to people working at their jobs and in their community. The Employment Support Professional ensures that people who experience disabilities belong to communities in which their God-given gifts are valued and respected. They work in cooperation with their team and completes administrative duties as assigned. Employment Support Professional employees build communities that value the contributions of people who experience developmental disabilities. They assist with activities of daily living, working collaboratively with families, advocates, friends, and community partners in order to promote full citizenship and enhance relationships. Recognizing people’s right to self-determination, and valuing their unique gifts while encouraging continuous growth and development is only a part of what makes this a rewarding career. Why Should You Apply? * Flexible schedules and various locations * Employee Assistance Plan, comprehensive benefits package * Tuition reimbursement, career development and training opportunities * Competitive wages Requirements: * Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check * A valid Sask. Full Class 5 or a Sask. Novice 2 drivers license and access to reliable transportation * Satisfactory Driver's Abstract Preferred: * 3-6 Months Experience (volunteer or employment) * Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, or post-secondary education in a related field Other Considerations: * Industrial Work setting * Loud environment * Supervision of participants while they work on their preferred tasks based on their skills and interests * Ensuring when persons supported are using equipment, they are being safe as well as having safe body mechanics * Ability to multi-task * Operating saws and other power tools considered an asset * Wood working and carpentry experience considered an asset * Mechanically inclined considered an asset Next steps in our process: * Submit your resume and cover letter to: * A link will be sent to complete a short survey * Personal link to a video interview within 48hrs, references requested * Invitation to a realistic job preview and meeting with 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.

The Employment Support Professional assists individuals with developmental disabilities in a vocational setting to promote independence and community inclusion. They provide direct support with daily activities, ensure workplace safety, and collaborate with families and community partners.

Candidates must have a valid driver's license, access to reliable transportation, and a satisfactory vulnerable sector police check. Preferred qualifications include 3-6 months of experience and post-secondary education in a related field.

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

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• Employment support
• Developmental disabilities support
• Activities of daily living
• Supervision
• Safety compliance
• Multi-tasking
• Carpentry
• Wood working
• Power tools operation
• Administrative duties
• Collaboration
• Advocacy
• Power Tool Operation
• Administrative Functions
• Valid Driver's License
• Cooperation
• Developmental Disabilities
• Disabilities
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Higher Education
• Mechanics
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Multitasking
• Sawing
• Activities Of Daily Living (ADLs)

• Social Services
• Trades
• Administrative
• Employment Support Specialist
• Home Health Aide
• Home-based Personal Care Workers
• Home Health Aides
• Home Health and Personal Care Aides

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week