Canada Direct support specialist Jobs – 33 Openings This Week

Community Direct Support Professional
Turning Leaf Support Services —Brandon, MB
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Caregiving
- English
- Mileage reimbursement
- Dental care
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Communication Support Specialist - Full Time Contract
Deafblind Ontario Services —Ayr, ON
- $23.00–$23.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Budgeting
- In-person
- Employee assistance program
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Direct Support Specialist - Saint John, NB (Talent Network)
CBI Home Health —Saint John, NB
- From $24 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Medication administration
- First Aid Certification
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
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Direct Support Specialist Brandon
CBI Home Health —Brandon, MB
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Medication administration
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Dental care
- Vision care
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Winnipeg MB Community Direct Support Professionals – Winnipeg, MB
Turning Leaf Community Services Inc. —Winnipeg, MB
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- First Aid Certification
- Mileage reimbursement
Direct Support Professionals – Dauphin, MB
Turning Leaf Community Services Inc. —Winnipeg, MB
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- First Aid Certification
- Mileage reimbursement
Direct Support Professional
Community Living Dufferin —East Garafraxa, ON
- $24.93–$28.09 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- First Aid Certification
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Direct Support Specialist - Cantonese Speaking
CBI Home Health —Calgary, AB
- Part-time
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
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Communication Support Specialist
Deafblind Ontario Services —Embrun, ON
- $23.00–$23.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Budgeting
- In-person
- Employee assistance program
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Direct Support Professional *Position Located in The Pas*
Turning Leaf Support Services —Opaskwayak, MB
- $17.85–$19.43 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- First Aid Certification
- Mileage reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
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Direct Support Professional *Position Located in The Pas*
Turning Leaf Support Services —The Pas, MB
- $17.85–$18.90 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- First Aid Certification
- Mileage reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
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Communication Support Specialist
Deafblind Ontario Services —Vars, ON
- $23.00–$23.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Budgeting
- In-person
- Employee assistance program
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Community Support Workers – OP-26-133
Ongwanada Resource Centre —Kingston, ON
- $25.97–$26.73 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Flexible schedule
Respite/Disability Worker - Community Specialist I
Alberta AdaptAbilities Association —Edmonton, AB
- $19.40–$20.39 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- High school diploma or GED
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Respite/Disability Worker - Community Specialist II (In-Home)
Alberta AdaptAbilities Association —Edmonton, AB
- $22.30–$23.44 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- High school diploma or GED
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Residential Counsellor, Behaviour Specialist - Hwy 56 Location
The Salvation Army —Hamilton, ON
- $23.10–$34.65 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Applied behaviour analysis
- Medication administration
Specialist, Orientation and Mobility
Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada —Whitby, ON
- $28.83 an hour
- Full-time
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Bachelor's
- Travel
- Wellness program
- Dental care
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Specialist, Orientation & Mobility
Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada —Victoria, BC
- $64,000 a year
- Full-time
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Bachelor's
- Travel
- Vision care
- Flexible schedule
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Respite/Disability Worker - Community Specialist (In-Home)
Alberta AdaptAbilities Association —Edmonton, AB
- $20.39–$21.42 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- High school diploma or GED
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Specialist, Vision Rehabilitation
Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada —New Westminster, BC
- $34.00–$37.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Bachelor's
- Travel
- Computer skills
- Wellness program
- Dental care
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PSW, Palliative (Evening)
Spectrum Health Care —Mississauga, ON
- $22.26–$23.56 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- English
- First Aid Certification
- Flexible schedule
- Paid sick leave
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Community Direct Support Professional

Turning Leaf Support Services
Brandon, MB

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Job details

Permanent | Part-time | Full-time

Benefits

Casual dress
Extended health care
Mileage reimbursement
Dental care
Employee assistance program
Vision care
Flexible schedule

Skills

Crisis intervention
CPR Certification
Case file maintenance
Caregiving
Incident Reporting
Post-secondary education
Filing
NVCI
English
De-escalation techniques
High school diploma or GED
First Aid Certification
Working with individuals with mental health conditions
Human Services
Individuals with challenging behaviour care
Social Work
Communication skills

Full job description

ABOUT US

Turning Leaf is a non-profit, charitable organization that provides person-centered, crisis and treatment services to low and high-risk vulnerable and marginalized individuals living with mental illness and intellectual challenge in our community.

We are proud to be recognized as one of Manitoba’s Top Employers of 2026. This honour distinguishes Turning Leaf as a leader in our industry, and as one of the top places to work in the province.

Turning Leaf’s support is customized to every individual’s needs and risk level. We offer crisis-intervention and treatment services, community support, day program services, residential support (including emergency housing, 24-hour homes, cluster housing, and home share), a harm reduction program, clinical services, indigenous services and more.

WHO WE SUPPORT

The participants of our programs are often deeply impacted by their circumstances which can become barriers to living safely and independently in the community. Trauma, homelessness, poverty, addictions, discrimination, sexual exploitation, societal stigmas, and lack of access to resources are some of the barriers our participants face every day.

MAKE AN IMPACT

Being a part of the Turning Leaf family means you will have the opportunity to make a direct and positive impact on people’s lives every day. The work is challenging in all the best ways and deeply rewarding. Many of our employees say they have found their life’s purpose while working here.

Turning Leaf provides ongoing, meaningful training to ensure we remain an industry leader and that our employees have the skills and confidence to be successful in their careers. We are an organization that pledges to uphold a workplace culture of inclusion, diversity, compassion, and respect.

We are growing more and more all the time and we are always hiring. If you feel called to be a part of the Turning Leaf team, please apply today.

SUMMARY

Community Direct Support Professionals will provide our person-centered supports to participants who live within the community in various living arrangements. Community Support Professionals will work directly with our participants in helping set goals and making healthy life choices.

Community Direct Support Professionals will work closely with and report to the Community Clinical Case Managers and Supervisors to observe, plan, implement and execute programs and activities that promote and encourage learning and development in daily living, social and life skills.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Cover letter and updated resume
18 years of age or older
Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check (no older than six months)
Adult Abuse Registry Check (no older than six months)
Child Abuse Registry Check (no older than three months)
Valid Standard First Aid / CPR Certification
Minimum two years direct support experience working in a residential or community setting
Completion of a Post-Secondary Education in Human Services (Certificate, Diploma or Degree) is considered an asset
Valid drivers license with access to a reliable vehicle is considered an asset
Three employment references

QUALITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

Community Direct Support Professionals should demonstrate emotional awareness and have the ability to remain calm in escalated situations. Direct Support Professionals are encouraged to engage in interpersonal relationships judiciously, empathetically, and professionally while executing their responsibilities and providing person-centered supports.

In addition, Community Direct Support Professionals must possess experience with and skills in:

Working with adults who are living with an intellectual challenge, mental illness and who are in conflict with the law
De-escalating aggressive behavior
Conflict resolution skills
Aptitude towards managing crisis
Excellent written and oral communication skills
General knowledge of electronic reporting

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIRES

Maintain up-to-date files on participants (static and dynamic information).
Maintain daily process notes on Support Worker activities and multi-system interactions
Write incident reports in collaboration with Clinical Case Management
Oversee and maintain an awareness of cumulative health care of the participant (including general practitioner, dentist, ear and eye specialists, and psychiatrist appointments).
Report at-risk participant activities verbally (including via telephone) and in writing to Case Management
In conjunction with Clinical Case Manager/Clinical Supervisor, engage participants in a process of goal setting, planning and acquisition as it pertains to living safely and independently in the community.
Implement recreation/leisure programs
Other duties as assigned

BENEFITS

Health Benefits (Full-time employees)
GRRSP Program (optional)
Paid Wellness Time (Full-time employees)
Bereavement and Compassionate Care Time
Mileage Reimbursement (when applicable)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid training (First Aid/CPR, NVCI, VPA, etc.)

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants can express their interest by submitting a cover letter that clearly demonstrates why they are the ideal candidate (cover letters must cite specific examples congruent with the posting requirements) along with their résumé to [email protected]

Turning Leaf welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation relating to the materials used and/or activities throughout the application and selection process. We thank all applicants, but only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Turning Leaf Support Services is committed to fostering and upholding an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, including Indigenous Peoples. We believe in creating opportunities for everyone to thrive by embracing diverse perspectives, experiences, and identities. We encourage candidates from Indigenous communities, minoritized groups, underrepresented groups, and all walks of life to bring their unique talents to our team.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Casual dress
Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Flexible schedule
Vision care

Experience:

support work: 2 years (preferred)

Language:

clearly and can read/write fluent English (required)

Licence/Certification:

drivers license with reliable vehicle (required)

Work Location: In person

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Communication Support Specialist - Full Time Contract

Direct Support Specialist - Saint John, NB (Talent Network)

Direct Support Specialist Brandon

Winnipeg MB Community Direct Support Professionals – Winnipeg, MB

Direct Support Professionals – Dauphin, MB

Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Specialist - Cantonese Speaking

Communication Support Specialist

Direct Support Professional Position Located in The Pas

Direct Support Professional Position Located in The Pas

Communication Support Specialist

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Residential Counsellor, Behaviour Specialist - Hwy 56 Location

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Respite/Disability Worker - Community Specialist (In-Home)

Specialist, Vision Rehabilitation

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