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Seasonal Direct Support Professional

Karis Disability Services

#Administrative Duties #Equity #Accessibility #Seasonal #Temporary Position #Self-Determination #Activities Of Daily Living #Citizenship #Canada Summer Jobs

Quick overview

The Seasonal Direct Support Professional assists individuals with activities of daily living and promotes the implementation of person-centered plans while working cooperatively with the team. They are also responsible for completing administrative duties as assigned and upholding the service principles of Karis Disability Services.

Requirements summary

This is a temporary, seasonal position dependent on funding approval, requiring approximately 30 hours per week for 9-14 weeks, and candidates must meet the requirements of the Canada Summer Jobs program. The role emphasizes respecting the organization's values and demonstrating courtesy to all stakeholders.

TeamworkRelationship BuildingCourtesyAdministrative DutiesRespectPerson-Centered PlanningActivities Of Daily Living AssistanceSelf-Determination SupportCitizenship PromotionHolistic SupportsGrowth Encouragement

Job description

POSITION DEPENDANT ON APPROVAL OF FUNDING. Canada Summer Jobs Temporary Position (Approx. 9-14 weeks). Stouffville, ON - 30 hours/wk. Approx. Start Date: May 11, 2026 Hourly $21.59 CAD Must meet the requirements of the Canada Summer Jobs program.

Seasonal direct support professional

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 30 hours a week for approximately 8-14 weeks.

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.

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