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We seek people who share our vision, mission, and values.
We offer a casual dress environment, Dental and Extended Health benefits, and Monday to Friday days and full time hours.
Resumes for Support Workers can be sent to info@equalopportunitieswest.com.
Now hiringFull-time · Permanent
Direct Support Professional
Equal Opportunities West is looking for Direct Support Professionals to join our team. In this role you'll support participants day to day, help them build independence, and be a positive presence in their lives.
- Pay
- $15.00–$16.00 / hour
- Schedule
- Day shift, Mon–Fri
- Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, PTO
What you'll do
- Serve as a positive role model and provide emotional, physical, personal, social, and vocational support
- Promote independence and support participants in making their own decisions
- Assist with mobility, transfers, and personal care as needed
- Handle conflict resolution, crisis management, and de-escalation with care
- Transport participants safely and maintain a safe, organized environment
- Keep accurate communication logs and incident reports
What we look for
- Openness to learning about intellectual disabilities (ASL an asset)
- First Aid, CPR, NVCI, and Vulnerable Persons Act orientation (or willingness to obtain)
- A clean Driver's Abstract
- Criminal Record, Adult Abuse Registry, and Child Abuse Registry checks
Ready to apply? Send your resume to info@equalopportunitieswest.com.