Make a Difference Where It Matters Most

Direct Support Professional – Part-Time & Relief/Casual

Not-For-Profit | Community-Based Work

Are you looking for more than just a job?
Do you want your work to have real purpose and a lasting impact?

Join CLGW and be part of something meaningful.

As a not-for-profit organization, CLGW exists to serve our community. Every role here directly supports people—not profit. When you work with us, you become part of a mission-driven team dedicated to inclusion, dignity, and opportunity for all.

We are currently hiring Part-Time and Relief/Casual Direct Support Professionals in:

• Guelph

• Fergus

• Mount Forest

• Erin

Why Work With CLGW?

• Exceptional wages starting at $27.04 per hour

• Regularly scheduled shifts at one or two residential locations

• Opportunity to pick up additional shifts

• Supportive, experienced teams who care deeply about the work they do

• Meaningful work that strengthens our local community

About Us

CLGW is a community-based not-for-profit organization supporting more than 900 adults with developmental disabilities across Guelph and Wellington County. We support people to live, work, and participate fully in their communities—and we do it together, with compassion and respect.

Your Impact as a Direct Support Professional

As a Direct Support Professional, you’ll play a vital role in someone’s everyday life. You’ll be a trusted support, advocate, and ally—helping individuals build independence, pursue their goals, and experience a sense of belonging.

You will support adults with developmental and/or physical disabilities, who may also experience emotional or mental health challenges.

What You’ll Do

• Promote inclusion, independence, and self-determination

• Support individuals to identify and achieve personal goals and dreams

• Assist with daily living activities, including:

  • Cooking and cleaning

  • Medication administration

  • Personal care

  • Lifts and transfers when required

  • Standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods

• Work collaboratively with teams, families, and community partners

• Complete documentation accurately and on time

What You Bring

Required:

• Degree or diploma in Developmental Services, Social Services, Community Services, Psychology, Socialogy, or related field
• Valid Ontario Class Full G Driver’s License (G1 or G2 will not be considered due to insurance reasons)
• Ability to work a minimum of 2 weekends (both Saturday and Sundays) a month, working mornings and afternoon shifts
• Flexible to pick up additional shifts (i.e. awake overnights, shifts during the week)

• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills

• Comfort using computers and Microsoft Office 

• Assets (Nice to Have):
• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities
• Experience with behavioural supports, autism, dual diagnosis, or mental health
• Medication administration experience
• Ready to Do Work That Matters?
• If you’re compassionate, motivated, and looking for meaningful work in a not-for-profit setting, we would love to hear from you.
• Apply today and help make inclusion happen—one person, one moment at a time.
• CLGW is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.
• Only successful applicants will be contacted.