Karis Disability Services·Sudbury, Ontario
Provide daily life assistance to individuals with developmental disabilities to help them live fully within their communities. Support clients in learning new skills for growth and development while respecting their rights to direct their own lives.
$25.05
Closing Date: July 12, 2026
Approximate Start date: ASAP
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?
The successful candidate will be selected based on Article 12.03 of the UFCW Sudbury Bargaining Unit Collective Agreement.
Karis Disability Services seeks to hire a workforce that represents the diversity of our 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 accommodation, and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.
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Requires a diploma in SSW, Recreational Therapy, DSW, or CYW, along with a valid G license and current First Aid/CPR certification. Candidates must be able to perform restraints, lift 35 lbs, and have experience with high behavior supports.
Market context
Direct Support Professional roles in Ontario are often in steady demand across community and residential settings, especially for candidates who can work across multiple sites and support complex behaviors. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for a relevant diploma, a valid G license, current First Aid/CPR, and the ability to safely perform restraints and lift 35 lbs. Before applying, compare the required skills and benefits carefully; this platform AI-summarizes the original job description so you can review requirements and perks faster.
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