Direct Support Professional Contract Full-time Summer Student

Are you looking to live your purpose and be an advocate for inclusion

Hiring for this position is subject to the Canada Summer Job Program funding.

This is your opportunity to be your best with LCDS!

LCDS has been providing support to people with varying abilities for over 70 years! Our vision is Inclusive Communities Innovative Leaders and our mission is to Empower People with Developmental Disabilities. We honour the dignity and uniqueness of each person through our core values of Care Connection and Excellence.

Position: Contract Summer Student: Direct Support Professional

Contract: May 4 2026 August 31

Hours: 40 hours per week including days afternoons weekends or nights

Rate of pay: $23.59 per hour

Locations we provide supports in: Alvinston Brigden Corunna Forest Petrolia Sarnia Oil City Oil Springs Watford and Wyoming.

What we are hiring for:

We are currently hiring a Contract Summer Student Direct Support Professional for our support locations across Lambton County Ontario. Direct Support Professionals make a difference in peoples lives by:

• Providing support to people with developmental disabilities in their homes and the community
• Teaching and assisting with daily supports (ex. assistance with meal preparation personal hygiene medication administration appointments housekeeping responsibilities and money management)
• Facilitating opportunities for individual skill development independence personal growth cultivating relationships in their community and leisure activities as directed by the person

What you will need:

• Valid G or G2 class license and reliable vehicle
• Be willing to provide a clear Vulnerable Sector Police Check
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Current certification in First Aid/CPR required
• Current certification in NVCPI or willing to obtain
• Experience working with people with developmental disabilities is an asset
• Be comfortable with providing personal care and attending to medical needs of individuals

Requirements of the Canada Summer Jobs Program for this position:

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period
• Be a Canadian citizen permanent resident or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations

What we offer:

• Corporate Retail Mobility and Entertainment Discounts
• Training and Development Opportunities

Application Deadline: April 22 2026

About LCDS:

Lambton County Developmental Services started back in 1955 when a group of parents whose children with developmental disabilities came together while dreaming of a life without limitation for their loved ones. We focus on ability respecting that each persons life and path are unique; one person at a time!

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Learn more about core competencies for this position and behaviour-based interviewing:

LCDS is an equal opportunity employer and we value the importance of diversity dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusiveness in our organization and in our recruitment process. If you are contacted by LCDS regarding a job opportunity please advise if you require accommodation and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

Inclusive Communities Innovative Leaders

Empowering People with Developmental Disabilities

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority