Job Description

Calling all change-makers, advocates, innovators, and allies! We value diversity and hire Employment Support Professionals (ESPs) from all backgrounds. At Karis Disability Services, we value people, foster belonging, respect gifts and serve others. FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS-Waldheim Full-time, working 8am-4pm. The successful candidate must have day-time and weekend availability. The Employment Support Professional provides services to people in a vocational setting. They assist with activities in a workplace environment and provides employment supports to people working at their jobs and in their community. The Employment Support Professional ensures that people who experience disabilities belong to communities in which their God-given gifts are valued and respected. They work in cooperation with their team and completes administrative duties as assigned. Employment 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\xe2\x80\x99s 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. Watch this inspiring video capturing what it means to work for Karis Disability Services Why Should You Apply? \xc2\xb7 Flexible schedules and various locations \xc2\xb7 Employee Assistance Plan, comprehensive benefits package \xc2\xb7 Tuition reimbursement, career development and training opportunities \xc2\xb7 Competitive wages Requirements: \xc2\xb7 Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check \xc2\xb7 Access to reliable transportation Preferred: \xc2\xb7 3-6 Months Experience (volunteer or employment) \xc2\xb7 Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, or post-secondary education in a related field Other Considerations: \xc2\xb7 Industrial Work setting \xc2\xb7 Loud environment \xc2\xb7 Supervision of participants while they work on their preferred tasks based on their skills and interests \xc2\xb7 Ensuring when persons supported are using equipment, they are being safe as well as having safe body mechanics \xc2\xb7 Ability to multi-task \xc2\xb7 Operating saws and other power tools considered an asset \xc2\xb7 Wood working and carpentry experience considered an asset \xc2\xb7 Mechanically inclined considered an asset Next steps in our process: \xc2\xb7 Submit your resume and cover letter to: \xc2\xb7 A link will be sent to complete a short survey \xc2\xb7 Personal link to a video interview within 48hrs, references requested \xc2\xb7 Invitation to a realistic job preview and meeting with hiring manager Karis Disability Services 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. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. Apply with a cover letter and r\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: From $18.81 per hour Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person Application deadline: 2023-12-15