Direct Support Professional

Job description

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL 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. Requirements: Preferred: - Flexible schedules and various locations - Employee Assistance Plan, comprehensive benefits package for full-time and part-time - Tuition reimbursement, career development and training opportunities - Competitive wages - Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check - Access to reliable transportation - 12 Months Experience - Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, or post-secondary education in a related field - Experience with working with Behaviour Support Plans and CPI techniques. Our Hiring Process: Visit Developmental Services Workforce Initiative to learn more about the core competencies that characterize the wor...