At Good Comfort, we believe exceptional care starts with exceptional people.
We are currently seeking an experienced, compassionate, and reliable Developmental Services Worker (DSW) to support adults with developmental disabilities and complex care needs in the Toronto area.
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate, person-centred care to adults with developmental disabilities.
- Assist with personal care, including bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, and hygiene.
- Support mobility, transfers, and repositioning using safe body mechanics and mechanical lifts, including Hoyer lifts.
- Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) while promoting independence and dignity.
- Provide meaningful engagement, companionship, and community participation.
- Maintain a safe, respectful, and professional environment for clients and their families.
Qualifications
- Diploma in Developmental Services Worker (DSW) or equivalent.
- Minimum 2 years' experience supporting adults with developmental disabilities.
- Experience providing hands-on personal care in home, community, or residential settings.
- Demonstrated experience using Hoyer lifts, ceiling lifts, and other transfer equipment.
- Experience supporting individuals with autism, behavioural needs, acquired brain injury, or dual diagnoses is considered an asset.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Reliable, compassionate, patient, and professional.
Required Certifications
- Current First Aid & CPR (Level C)
- CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) or equivalent behavioural intervention training (preferred)
- Safe Lifting & Transfer Training
- Valid Vulnerable Sector Police Check
- WHMIS (preferred)
- Proof of eligibility to work in Canada
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly compensation.
- Flexible part-time scheduling.
- Supportive leadership and clinical team.
- Ongoing education and professional development.
- Meaningful work that makes a lasting difference in the lives of individuals and families.
- Opportunity to grow within one of Ontario's most innovative home care companies.
If you are a compassionate DSW who is passionate about helping adults live meaningful, independent lives, we would love to hear from you.
If you meet the above requirements, please send your resume to [email protected] with the subject line “Toronto DSW."
While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an initial interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
