Seasonal Direct Support Professional- Canada Summer Jobs- Ottawa

Seasonal Part- time Position- for approximately 12-16 weeks, 2 positions
Approximate Hours per week is 24- 32 hours
Pay rate $21.59 CAD per Hour
Posting closes on April 15 ,2026
Hiring for this position is subject to the Canada Summer Job Program funding.

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.

 Why Should You Apply? 

Preferred: 

• Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, or post-secondary education in a related field 

 Our Hiring Process:

• Resume and cover letter submitted 


• Video recorded interview (link sent by email) and references requested 


• Realistic job preview at location, and meeting with the hiring manager

Requirements of the Canada Summer Jobs Program for this position:

Requirements of the Canada Summer Jobs Program for this position:

• The candidate will work 24- 32 hours a week for approximately 12-16 weeks;


• Be between the ages of 18-30 years at the start of employment;


• Be a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the   Immigration and Refugee Protection Act

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 and the AODA. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

Visit Developmental Services Workforce Initiative  to learn more about the core competencies that characterize the work of direct support professionals.