Careers
Are you passionate about helping people with disabilities to live their best lives? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you. Explore our career opportunities or send us an email.
Our values guide all our interactions and work
Respect
We respect each person, their voice and their perspective
Collaboration
We value relationship building and collaboration with others
to achieve our goals
Accountability
We are accountable and transparent to our community
and each other
Creativity
We are flexible and resourceful in our approaches to the work we do and challenges encountered
Join the Team!
The Alice Saddy Association is a dynamic, community-based organization that provides a range of individualized, one on one supports to people with developmental disabilities. We envision a community that welcomes every person equally with respect and acceptance.
We offer regular hours of work, as well as on-call hours, competitive wages and benefits for both part-time and full-time employees, as well as opportunities for career advancement.
ONE Full-Time and TWO Part-Time, Permanent Direct Support Professional
The Alice Saddy Association is seeking ONE Full-Time and TWO Part-Time, Permanent Direct Support Professionals to fill vacancies on one of our teams.
About Us
At the Alice Saddy Association, we envision a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive community where all people are valued and contributing citizens. Our work is grounded in the values of respect, collaboration, accountability, and creativity, and focuses on person directed support for people with disabilities and their families that allows them to build the connections needed for a meaningful life.
About the Role
We operate on a two-week rotating schedule. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent flexibility, with the availability to work a mix of daytimes, evenings, weekdays, overnights, and every other weekend, and the willingness to pick up additional relief shifts as needed.
The hours for each position are as follows:
- Full-Time Position - Week 1 - 25 hours / Week 2 - 34 hours
- Part-Time Position 1 - Week 1 - 19 hours / Week 2 - 13 hours
- Part-Time Position 2 - Week 1 - 18 hours / Week 2 - 10 hours
We offer a supportive team environment, regular hours of work, relief opportunities, competitive wages, and benefits for both part-time and full-time employees, per company policy. This position also provides opportunities for continuous learning, relationship building, long-term career development, and advancement.
Reporting to the Manager of Supports, the Direct Support Professional will promote and uphold the mission and values of the Alice Saddy Association while providing person directed, 1:1 support. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Providing individualized support that helps the person build skills, strengthen relationships, connect with their community, and live life to the fullest.
- Demonstrating enthusiasm, creativity, a positive attitude, and a strong work ethic. Bring versatility and adaptability to provide individualized, consistent and responsive support.
- Seeking out and facilitating opportunities to build and nurture relationships with family, friends, neighbours, and community members.
- Providing support with personal care, meal planning, budgeting, personal choices and daily living support using a “do with, not for” approach to promote independence.
- Communicating professionally with colleagues, families/guardians, and community partners.
- Supporting participation in physical fitness and recreational activities, such as walking, swimming and going to the YMCA.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a college diploma in Developmental Services Worker (DSW), Social Service Worker (SSW), Community Services Worker (CSW), Personal Support Worker (PSW), and/or a combination of education and experience.
Pre-Hire Requirements
Successful candidates must provide or complete the following:
- Vulnerable Sector Check specific to the Alice Saddy Association.
- Three verifiable supervisory references.
- Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.
- Safe Management or CPI certification (Crisis Intervention Training).
- Valid driver’s licence, insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle.
Candidates who meet most, but not all, qualifications and demonstrate a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.
Training and support will be provided.
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive starting wage: $25.84/hour with annual increases
- Relief opportunities
- Comprehensive group benefits and Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Group RRSP / TFSA program (per company policy)
- Paid personal and sick time (per company policy)
- Career advancement, ongoing training, and professional development
- Supportive, values-driven team environment
- Company events and wellness initiatives
To Apply
Please submit your COVER LETTER and RESUME to careers@alicesaddy.com by midnight on October 30, 2026, outlining your interest and relevant experience. Please indicate the position in the subject line of your email.
Applicants will be contacted on November 3 & 4, 2026. Interviews will be held on November 10 & 11, 2026.
All applications are reviewed directly by our hiring team. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen or evaluate candidates during our recruitment process. The Alice Saddy Association is an equal opportunity employer committed to accessibility and inclusion. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and identities.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Ready to apply? Follow the instructions in the posting above and email in confidence to Human Resources.
Board Member
Make a Meaningful Difference in the Lives of People with Developmental Disabilities
The Alice Saddy Association is seeking ONE volunteer Board Member to join our Board of Directors.
Since 1973, The Alice Saddy Association has supported people with developmental disabilities and their families to live full, meaningful lives in their communities. We are a non-profit, charitable organization
dedicated to promoting dignity, inclusion, belonging, and opportunities for people to live their best lives as valued and contributing members of the community.
Serving on our Board is an opportunity to use your skills, experience, and voice to make a meaningful impact. As a Board Member, you will help provide governance leadership, support strategic direction,
and contribute to the long-term strength and sustainability of the organization.
We are looking for someone who:
- Is passionate about inclusion, dignity, belonging, and community
- Brings enthusiasm, creativity, and a positive outlook
- Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a team
- Can contribute thoughtful leadership and sound judgment
- Is interested in supporting organizational growth, sustainability, fundraising, and community outreach
- Believes that people with developmental disabilities should have opportunities to live their best lives as valued members of the community
Previous experience in nonprofit governance, finance, law, healthcare, education, human services, fundraising, or community advocacy is considered an asset, but a strong commitment to our mission is most important.
Commitment - The ideal candidate can commit to a four-year term, attend regular monthly Board meetings, and participate in committee work or special initiatives as needed.
To Apply
To express your interest or learn more, please contact Mary Jeanne Edgar at
maryjeannee@alicesaddy.com.
Join us in building a more inclusive and supportive community. Your voice and leadership matter.
All applications are reviewed directly by our Board of Directors. We do not use artificial intelligence to screen or evaluate candidates during our recruitment process. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and identities.
Join Our Inclusive Team:
Careers Embracing Diversity and Accessibility
The Alice Saddy Association is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to being responsive to those living with disabilities, and strives to prevent and remove barriers to accessibility. The Association will provide support and accommodation in its recruitment processes to applicants living with disabilities. If you are invited to participate in an interview and have accommodation needs, please let us know.
Equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) is a key priority, and we actively strive to build a culture of inclusion where employees can be their authentic selves and are valued for their diverse experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds and a variety of lived experiences to apply.
