We are seeking individuals who will enjoy and successfully work independently and together in a supportive team environment in a variety of locations in our Angus location, supporting Individuals with developmental disabilities who reside in a wide range of living situations.
SUMMARY
The Direct Support Professional provides supervision and support as needed to people with developmental disabilities in all aspects of daily living including personal care, domestic skills, home maintenance, money management, use of community businesses and resources, recreation, medical, medications and safety.
Due to the nature of the work, work schedules include a combination of days, afternoons, weekends and overnight asleep/awake shifts and are based on the needs of the persons supported.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrate a caring, supportive approach that maintains the dignity and integrity of people receiving services
Knowledge of available and relevant community resources
Able to inform Individuals about options, and provide opportunities and experiences, supports the exercise of choice and educates about risks and benefits
Demonstrated knowledge of Personal Outcome Measures in supporting Individuals to develop a plan and achieve their goals
Demonstrate and understand the importance of empowering people to support themselves to be healthy, happy and safe
Knowledgeable about mental health and best practices in supporting people with those concerns
Perceptiveness and ability to resolve conflict in a diplomatic and reasonable manner
Demonstrate initiative, be resourceful and creative
Work independently and collaboratively within the team and with the organization
Promote practices that are inclusive, respectful and sensitive to diverse communities, including age, culture, and language
Monitor and promote practices that support people's health and safety
Design, implement and monitor the progress of activity and recreational programs consistent with peoples Individual Support Plans that will enhance the physical, mental and psychosocial well-being of people
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Planning skills, flexibility, dependability and reliability
To advocate for and respects confidentiality at all times.
To apply appropriate responses to unpredictable behaviour
To maintain all required program records and documentation
A willingness to learn with and from people with disabilities
Be open to continuous learning as required
Support other relevant duties that may be developed or assigned by the supervisor
Must be successfully trained in and possess current certifications in CPR, NVCI, First Aid, and Medication Administration
A demonstrated maturity and desire to work with adults with developmental disabilities within the Camphill Philosophy
Excellent communication, listening and interpersonal skill
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
DSW College Diploma, PSW certificate, Social Therapy diploma or an equivalent diploma or degree in social sciences. Minimum of two-year college program; and/or Curative Education, or equivalent Camphill seminar and experience.
Minimum of one-year equivalent experience performing duties related to the above mentioned duties and responsibilities
Must be able to provide a recent up to date satisfactory Criminal Background Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
MUST HAVE A VALID ONTARIO G DRIVER'S LICENSE
Hourly Rate Range:
$22.47- $24.09 per hour, plus 6% vacation pay; Employee Family Assistance Plan
Date of Posting:
November 2, 2025
If you are interested in this opportunity please submit your resume by 9am on Monday November 10, 2025
Camphill Communities Ontario is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome resumes from all qualified candidates. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
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