Seasonal Direct Support Professional- Canada Summer jobs- Orleans
Seasonal Part- time Position- for approximately 12 weeks Approximate Hours per week is 30- 32 hours Pay rate $21.59 CAD per Hour Posting closes on June 09 ,2026 Hiring for this position is subject to the Canada Summer Job Program funding. 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 the…
- On-site
- ONTARIO
- Posted Apr 6, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Seasonal Part- time Position- for approximately 12 weeks Approximate Hours per week is 30- 32 hours Pay rate $21.59 CAD per Hour Posting closes on June 09 ,2026 Hiring for this position is subject to the Canada Summer Job Program funding. 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? 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 Requirements of the Canada Summer Jobs Program for this position: Requirements of the Canada Summer Jobs Program for this position: * The candidate will work 30 hours a week for approximately 12 weeks; * Be between the ages of 18-30 years at the start of employment; * Be a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act 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 and the AODA. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.
What you’ll do
Assist individuals with developmental disabilities in their daily lives within their homes and communities. Support clients in learning new skills and exercising their rights to live fully and independently.
Requirements
Candidates must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or protected persons aged 18-30. Preferred qualifications include education as a Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, or a related post-secondary field.
Other relevant skills
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- Direct Support
- Community Integration
- Developmental Disability Support
- Skill Development
- Patient Care
- Advocacy
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
