SEASONAL DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
Canada Summer Jobs - Temporary Direct Support Professional. Starting no later than July 7th and ending August 30th, 2025 with possible extension.
Cobourg, ON Area - 35 hours/wk.
Hourly $21.17 per hour
We are accepting applications until July 1st, 2025
The Seasonal Direct Support Professional assists with activities of daily living and promotes the implementation of person- centered plans. They work in cooperation with their work team and complete administrative duties as assigned. They seek to promote Karis Disability Services’ Service Principles by enhancing relationships, promoting citizenship, celebrating 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.
The Seasonal Direct Support Professional will respect and uphold the Values, Vision and Mission of Karis Disability Services, demonstrating the highest standards of courtesy and respect in their dealings with other employees, people who use our services and both internal and external stakeholders.
Requirements of the Canada Summer Jobs Program for this position:
- The candidate will work 35 hours a week for approximately 8-10 weeks;
- Be between the ages of 18-30 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.