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CONTRACT Skills Trainer - Direct Support Professional (Job ID: 2672623)
KW Habilitation —Kitchener-Waterloo, ON
- $25.38–$28.20 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- Bachelor's
- First Aid Certification
- Employee assistance program
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Peer Worker (RAAM)
House of Friendship —Kitchener-Waterloo, ON
- $23.43–$29.48 an hour
- Part-time
- Bachelor's
- Communication skills
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
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Support Services Worker - Regular Casual
Hopewell Support Services —Ariss, ON
- $23.31–$29.29 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Bachelor's
- First Aid Certification
- Designated paid holidays
- Dental care
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Couples & Relationship Therapist
Exhale Therapy —Kitchener, ON
- $90.00–$97.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Master's degree
- In-person
- Work from home
- Flexible schedule
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EMDR Therapist - Registered Social Worker/Psychotherapist
New Moon Counselling —Waterloo, ON
- $90–$114 an hour
- Part-time
- Master's degree
- Supervising experience
- Social Work
- Work from home
- Flexible schedule
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Personal Support Worker - Long Term Care (Casual)
St. Joseph’s —Guelph, ON
- $31.01–$31.68 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- CPR Certification
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
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Personal Support Worker - Long Term Care (Casual)
St. Joseph's Health Centre Guelph —Guelph, ON
- $31.01–$31.68 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- CPR Certification
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
4d
Safe Steps Program – Volunteer
Women's Crisis Services of Waterloo Region —Kitchener, ON
- Contract
- Working with children
- Communication skills
- Time management
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Skilled Foster Caregiver(s)
Family and Children Services of Waterloo —Kitchener, ON
- Up to $87,600 a year

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Sentrimax Centrifuges Inc —Kitchener, ON
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CONTRACT Skills Trainer - Direct Support Professional (Job ID: 2672623)

KW Habilitation -
Kitchener-Waterloo, ON

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Job details

Full-time
$25.38–$28.20 an hour
3 days ago

Qualifications

NVCI
English
Bachelor's
First Aid Certification
Human Services
Computer skills
Social Work
College diploma
Communication skills
Driving Licence

Full job description

LOCATION: Kitchener-Waterloo, ON

KW Habilitation is a local not-for-profit organization that provides a wide range of individualized services and supports to children with any special need and adults with developmental disabilities. We support individuals to live a fulfilling life which is fostered through preschool and early learning supports, respite services, residential services, community participation, and employment supports.

We are seeking an experienced Direct Support Professional to join our team as a Skills Trainer. In this role, you will support the delivery of Project SEARCH in partnership with the Waterloo Catholic District School Board and the Cambridge Memorial Hospital. Successful applicants will demonstrate a strong commitment to person directed support, and the vision of KW Habilitation.

Our Vision Statement guides our work: “A community where everyone belongs and participates”.

Perks

Developmental Service Worker Apprenticeship Program Sponsor
Paid on-the-job training
Paid professional development opportunities
Employee and Family Assistance Program for all staff, their partners, and dependents
Discounted rates on home and auto insurance
Fun and engaging workplace.

Responsibilities

Support learners in identifying and achieving their personal, educational, and employment goals through individualized coaching, education, training, and hands-on instruction.
Provide on-the-job coaching to help learners develop work skills, workplace etiquette, teamwork, workplace safety awareness, strong work ethics, and natural workplace support.
Use active support strategies; including modelling, coaching, and individualized learning assistance to foster independence, skill development, and the achievement of personal outcomes.
Develop and support high-quality internship experiences.
Collaborate closely with hospital staff and peer mentors, gather feedback on intern performance, and evaluate skill development and workplace success.
Support job seekers facing barriers to employment in preparing for, obtaining, and maintaining meaningful employment within their communities.

Requirements

College diploma (2 years), Developmental Service Worker (DSW) Apprenticeship Certificate, and/or University degree in Human Services.
Minimum one-year direct experience working with people with developmental disabilities (experience with youth is an asset).
A comprehensive understanding and demonstration of Core Competencies and person directed support, relationship building, and networking.
Ability to implement positive approaches for any demeanor, work as an integral part of the team, and be comfortable working offsite alone. Must be an effective interpersonal communicator.
You must possess a strong desire to build an inclusive community through fostering independence and advocacy.
Experience in facilitation, relationship management, and job coaching are an asset.
Able to demonstrate initiative, resilience, collaboration, creative problem-solving, and decision-making.
A valid G driver’s license, current First Aid, NVCI, and computer skills are all essential requirements.
Due to hospital policies, you will be required to provide proof of two COVID-19 vaccinations and complete a two-step Tuberculosis (TB) skin test.

Core Competencies

Advocacy

Building Relationships

Championing Change and Innovation

Facilitating Growth and Development

Inclusive Leadership

Problem Solving & Decision Making

Resilience

Resource Management

Strategic Thinking

Valuing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI)

Schedule: 40 hours per week. This follows the school calendar and will typically be Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM -4:00 PM. Time off requests will follow the needs of the school calendar. Some flexibility is required.
Start Date: August 2026
End Date: End of June 2027
Rate of Pay: $25.38 – $28.20 per hour

Applicants must submit a résumé and cover letter online with a summary of relevant qualifications and reason for interest in this position by July 26, 2026.

To apply, please visit our Job Application page

Please address the cover letter to the location Supervisor:
ATTN: Allyson Dasilva – Supervisor of Community and Employment Supports

Only successful applicants will be notified. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted.

Job ID: 2672623

This job posting is for a current, open vacancy.

KW Habilitation is committed to employment equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including, 2SLGBTQ+ identified persons, persons with disabilities, First Nations, Inuit and Métis Individuals, and members of Black and other racialized communities, and individuals for whom English is not their first language. We seek to provide accessibility for all applicants with our accessibility policies and the AODA. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. We thank all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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