L'Arche Canada Inc.·Arnprior, Ontario
Provide high-quality direct care and support to adults with intellectual disabilities by sharing daily life and fostering independence. Responsibilities include managing personal care, household chores, and facilitating community participation and inclusive celebrations.
Position: Live-Out Assistant (Direct Support Worker)
Location: Arnprior, Ontario
Start date: July/August 2026
Compensation: $22–25/hr
Vacation: 2 weeks per annum
Benefits: RRSP matching after 2 years
Duration: Permanent Full-time
Responsible To: House Leader (Team Lead)
L'Arche Arnprior is seeking an energetic, compassionate, community-minded individual to work and share life alongside individuals with and without developmental disabilities in a L'Arche home. Successful applicants will create a sense of home together with Core Members (adults with intellectual disabilities), support them to live full and independent lives participating in their local communities, sharing their gifts and building relationships. Assistants (Direct Support Workers) gain valuable life skills and opportunities for personal growth and leadership. More than a job, the Assistant role offers an exceptional and life changing adventure in friendship and self-discovery.
Assistant teams support Core Members by sharing in their daily life. We cook and eat meals together, get together with friends, participate in activities in our neighbourhoods, go on vacation together, and celebrate often. Through sharing life with Core Members, Assistants gain valuable life skills, opportunities for personal growth and self-direction, as well as enhanced leadership abilities.
How To Apply: Apply with your resume and cover letter (including three professional references)
Even if you don't feel that you meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. We're eager to meet people that believe in the L'Arche mission and can contribute to our team in a variety of ways.
Only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Requires a DSW qualification or equivalent experience, a clear vulnerable sector police check, and NVCI certification or willingness to obtain it. Candidates must be flexible with their schedule, including evenings and weekends, and possess the physical stamina for the role.
Market context
Live-out Assistant (Direct Support Worker) roles in Ontario are often in steady demand because agencies and families need support for daily living, community access, and safety-focused care. Competition can be strong for candidates who already have a DSW qualification or equivalent experience, a clear vulnerable sector police check, and NVCI certification or a willingness to obtain it, along with flexible evening and weekend availability. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your documentation and schedule fit before applying.