Job Description
Direct Support Professional (Developmental Service Worker)JOB DESCRIPTION:Are you an enthusiastic person who wants to make a meaningful impact in your community? At Christian Horizons we Value People, Foster Belonging, Respect Gifts and Serve Others.Learn more about Christian Horizons:https://www.christian-horizons.org/who-we-are/valuesWe are hiring for the following positions:40 hours/week: shifts consist of a rotation of days, evenings & alternating weekends (Sat & Sun)For our Community Residential Homes (Ottawa & Surrounding Area)35-40 hours/week: shifts include either 9pm-7am, 10pm-8am or 11pm-9am overnight shifts. May be scheduled any day (Mon-Sun)For our Community Residential Homes (Ottawa & Surrounding Area)PART-TIME DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS16-34 hours/week: shifts consist of a rotation of days, evenings & alternating weekends (Sat & Sun)For our Community Residential Homes (Ottawa & Surrounding Area)PART-TIME OVERNIGHT (NIGHT-AWAKE) DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS16-34 hour/week: Shifts are either shifts include either 9pm-7am, 10pm-8am or 11pm-9am overnight shifts. May be scheduled any day (Mon-Sun)For our Community Residential Homes (Ottawa & Surrounding Area)Direct Support Professional employees build communities that value the contributions of people who experience developmental disabilities. They assist with activities of daily living, working collaboratively with families, advocates, friends, and community partners in order to promote full citizenship and enhance relationships. Recognizing people’s right to self-determination, and valuing their unique gifts while encouraging continuous growth and development is only a part of what makes this a rewarding career. Career Development and Training OpportunitiesFlexible SchedulesEmployee DiscountsRequirements:Satisfactory 3-year Uncertified Driver’s AbstractValid G Driving License and access to reliable transportationDocumentation of COVID-19 vaccinationPreferred:3-6 Months Experience (volunteer or employment)Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, or post-secondary education in a related fieldWe thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Christian Horizons 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.START DATE: 05/13/2022Let us know if you are interested in this position. Complete this short form and we will follow up with you promptly. Job Position Name * Email Address * Telephone Number I consent to receiving information from CERC. *