Direct Support Professional jobs

Join the team at Community Living Kingston and District! You will have a rewarding career with growth opportunities, compensation equal to $28.14 per hour (25.28 base wage + 7.3% in lieu of vacation & 4% in lieu of holiday), comprehensive benefits, vacation, paid sick time, a pension, and a supportive work community.

Are you passionate about helping others and looking for a meaningful career where you can have a positive social impact? Join our team!

Role Overview

Direct Support Professional on our Float Team: As a DSP, you will be assigned to a cohort where you will play a key role in providing essential support to individuals with intellectual disabilities by assisting them in all areas of daily living and fostering community engagement, while promoting independence. Your work will reflect a person-centered approach, ensuring that each individual’s preferences, needs, and goals are at the forefront. Being a member of the Float Team means adopting dynamic and flexible approaches, adjusting from supporting multiple individuals to one, based on the needs of each day. While you will have a regular schedule, with the opportunity to pick up additional shifts, where you work each shift will be based on the daily evolving needs and determined at the beginning of your workday. Your responsibilities will include assisting individuals with daily living activities, including community participation, personal hygiene, meal preparation, medication administration, and general housekeeping duties.

Community Living Kingston and District (CLKD), one of eastern Ontario’s largest developmental service organizations, is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team. With over 650 persons served supported and more than 300 unionized employees, CLKD has been a trusted name in the community since 1953, offering services in Kingston, Gananoque, and Napanee.

Make an Impact: Every employee plays a valuable role in meeting the needs and interests of individuals with disabilities to lead fuller lives and actively participate in their communities.

Competitive Pay & Benefits: Starting wage at $25.28 per hour(+ 7.3% in lieu of vacation & 4% in lieu of holiday to equal $28.14). Plus, after completion of probationary period (4 months), there is a comprehensive benefits plan, multi-sector pension plan, paid accrued sick time, paid vacation and more.

Career Growth: Access ongoing training and career development opportunities through employer paid training programs. We have 5 divisions of service which include 28 programs spread over twenty locations in the Kingston, Gananoque, and Napanee areas all with internal advancement opportunities. Our commitment to learning and growth ensures that every team member can enhance their skills and contribute meaningfully to our mission.

Work-Life Balance: We have flexible shifts with consistent days off (if you choose) and two out of four weekends off. We also focus on employee wellness through webinars and resources, an Employee Assistance Program and Work Perks savings program.

Supportive Work Environment: At CLKD, we foster a supportive, solution-focused work environment where flexibility, collaboration, and mutual respect are prioritized. Our team is empowered to adapt, grow, and work together to achieve meaningful outcomes.

What We’re Looking For:

· Post-secondary degree or diploma (e.g., DSW, Behavioural Science or Psychology, SSW, CYC, CJS, or a degree) and/or significant work experience in social services

· Availability to work flexible shifts, days, afternoons, evenings, overnight (4, 8, 10, 12 hours) including weekends and holidays.

· Experience supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities and dual diagnoses

· A valid Ontario "G" driver’s license and clean drivers abstract

· CPIC with Vulnerable Sector Screening

Key Competencies for Applicants:

• Flexibility & Resilience: Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and handle challenging situations while maintaining performance under pressure.
• Championing Change and Innovation: Be flexible and adaptable to changing environments and work effectively with others.
• Advocacy: Committed to advocating for/with others, promoting inclusion, and maintaining ethical values.
• Collaboration: Work effectively both independently and as part of a team, cooperating with staff, families, persons served, volunteers, and external agencies.
• Building Relationships: Strong ability to interact respectfully and build relationships with peers, persons served, families, and professionals.
• Problem Solving and Decision Making: Excellent at prioritizing tasks, managing time, and solving problems creatively.
• Facilitating Growth and Development: Open to new ideas and eager to adapt to different situations.

Next Steps:

Apply today and join a team where you can truly make a difference! If your qualifications match, we will contact you for an interview, followed by a written exercise and reference check. At CLKD, we’re committed to lifelong learning and making an impact in our community. Ready to take the next step?

We can’t wait to hear from you!

CLKD is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Ontarians with Disabilities Act (“AODA’). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Krystle Gauthier at (613) 546-6613 x2159.

CLKD does not use Artificial Intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $28.14 per hour

Application question(s):

• Are you located in Kingston or can easily commute?
• Are you available to work two weekends per month?
• Are you available to work a minimum of 24 hours per week, including days, afternoons, evenings, and overnight.

Licence/Certification:

• Class G Licence (required)

Work Location: In person