Direct Support Professional (Ontario Community)

About the role

This full‑time Direct Support Professional position involves working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in an employment setting, providing coaching, guidance, and mentorship to help them attain and maintain employment and reach personal goals.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with job‑related activities to support employment attainment and maintenance.
• Act as a coach, guide, and mentor to help participants realize their potential.
• Transport workers to various work sites as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and a clean driving record.
• Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule (days, nights, weekends).
• Basic computer, math, and data‑tracking skills.
• Successful completion of a drug screen and criminal background check with fingerprinting (required for Oregon and Idaho).

Qualifications

Ideal candidates are able to work independently, demonstrate a high degree of integrity, and are motivated to inspire the lives of others while contributing to a not‑for‑profit, mission‑driven organization.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and mentoring abilities.
• Basic computer, math, and data‑tracking proficiency.
• Reliable transportation and safe driving practices.

Benefits

• Competitive industry wages.
• 100% employer‑paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
• 401(k) retirement program with employer matching.
• Tuition assistance.
• Work/life balance with generous sick and vacation accrual.
• Holiday pay.
• Long‑term disability and life insurance.
• Growth and development opportunities.
• Team‑oriented, mission‑driven culture.

Pay

Competitive wages.

Schedule

Monday through Friday.