Direct Support Provider

Direct Support Provider
DS3 Direct Support Provider 3; DS4 Direct Support Provider 4

Casual

Department of Families

Community Services and Supports

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 4055

Salary(s): DS3 $17.41 - $19.54 per hour ; DS4 $20.21 - $22.39 per hour

Closing Date: February 16, 2026

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

The Department of Families is looking for motivated individuals in Winnipeg to support the care and well-being of vulnerable persons in their community. We offer a supportive work environment, flexible hours, a competitive hourly wage, specific training, and the chance to enrich the lives of Manitobans.

Direct Support Providers are casual workers and members of the Manitoba Government and General Employees Union. Direct Service Providers provide care to individuals open to Children’s disABILITY Services (CdS) and Community Living disABILITY Services (CLdS). Respite services can be in the family home, or in the community, with the goal of encouraging inclusion.

Duties:
Working as part of a team or independently, the Direct Service Provider helps ensure the health and safety of the participants, supports their learning and development and provide caregivers with respite. They also help with day-to-day decision-making. Duties depend on the specific needs of the participant:

Provide respite services for family and other caregivers
Create supportive relationships with individuals and their family
Provide supervision, companionship and personal care of the participant
Promote the safety and well-being of the participant
Implement behaviour support plans
Assist, support and take part in community services and recreation activities
Provide transportation to recreational outings
Teach independent living skills (ex: self care, cooking, community access, budgeting, banking)
Provides minimal to moderate personal care needs
Qualifications:
Essential:

Experience providing supervision for children or adults with varying level of disabilities
Experience organizing and supporting participants with recreational, educational and social activities for children or adults
Knowledge of various disabilities and impacts on family dynamics
Effective interpersonal skills in developing positive working relationships with participant and family members
Knowledge and respect of diversity (i.e. cultural diversity, gender diversity, etc)
Strong ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent problem solving skills
Ability to maintain client confidentiality and setting professional boundaries
Demonstrated verbal communication skills
Good written communication skills
Desired:
Experience with personal care
Conditions of Employment:

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Must provide a current satisfactory Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search
Must provide a current and satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check
Must provide a current and satisfactory Adult Abuse Registry Check
Ability to work flexible hours of work (ex: evenings/weekends)
Physical ability to do all necessary duties (may include lifting, physical activities, etc.)
Apply to:
Advertisement # 4055
Talent Acquisition
Human Resource Services
600-259 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB , R3B 2A9
Phone: 204-945-7518
Fax: 204-945-0601
Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca
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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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