Direct Support Professional

New Directions is a social service agency offering a wide range of resources and services that foster people’s hopes and dreams in their communities.

Child Home Services (CHS) is one of the many programs offered by New Directions. This service area offers a range of home supports (i.e., family supports, foster home, group care homes, individualized homes, independent living, mentored living) to children, youth, and families who are dealing with challenges related to the experience of trauma and/or living with a disability. Our community-based resources are designed to support connection with family and community, a sense of belonging, and provide opportunities to engage in a meaningful life.

We are currently seeking Direct Support Workers for a specialized home that is designed to assist children and youth to develop life skills, social skills and/or access community resources. We provide stabilization through predictable structures, clear expectations and positive behavior support.

Position details as follows:

Schedule will be Friday - Tuesday 11pm-7am

Due to specific support needs at this time, preference will be given to candidates with Health Care Aide experience.

Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

• Establish meaningful, caring, and respectful relationships with children, youth and their families
• Serve as a positive role model for children and their families
• Provide care in a community and residential setting
• Provide medical, emotional, environmental, physical and behavioral support
• Participate in programming to meet the individual goals of children and youth
• Participate in various recreational and physical activities with children and youth
• Cooking, house cleaning, yard work and other household maintenance duties
• Provide assistance with personal care routines such as lifts, transfers, personal hygiene, and nutrition support
• Complete all required documentation effectively

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Post-secondary education in the disability/social service sector is considered an asset
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience supporting individuals with autism, intellectual/developmental disabilities, anxiety, and self-injurious behaviour
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with the ability to operate a motor vehicle without supervision
• This role is physically demanding. Health Care Aide training and experience is considered an asset
• Experience with gastrostomy (G) tube feeding is considered an asset
• Ability to transfer knowledge and awareness into behaviors and expectations recognized as appropriate by members of identified cultures and by people with lived experience
• It is important for staff to have a good understanding of the support plan and to communicate effectively as a team
• Effective self-care strategies and ability to remain professional in stressful situations

The salary range for this Full-time, 80-hour bi-weekly position is $17.3239 to $23.3888 per hour, dependent upon education and/or experience. This position is eligible for a full benefit package (which includes Health and Dental Benefits, Long Term Disability Benefits, and a Pension Plan).

The successful candidate will be subject to Criminal Record, Child/Adult Abuse Registry, and Prior Contact checks. In addition, applicants will be required to provide a copy of their Driver’s License and a current Driver’s Safety Rating.

Operating a vehicle is an essential duty of this role. Candidates must hold a valid, active driver's license in good standing to be eligible for hire. Providing a copy of your license and/or your license number at this stage is voluntary. However, submitting this information upfront allows our team to verify your status, which can fast-track your application to the review stage.

The closing date for all applications is November 19th, 2026

We thank all applicants for their interest in New Directions, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Unfortunately, we cannot accept telephone inquiries.

New Directions is committed to equity and diversity and especially welcomes applications from persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and newcomers to Canada. We strive for a skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of the people we support and contributes to the diversification of ideas.

Accommodations for accessibility purposes are available for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.