direct support professional

habilitation specialist

mental health technician

manager

associate manager

Community Based Services (CBS)

Where to even begin.
For starters you will work with some amazing people and the community you serve will never fail to put a smile on your face and make your days great. 
  
However that is where it ends. Some of management has been doing this for more than 20 years and they still seem to have absolutely zero idea what is going on and how to properly initiate just about anything and spend more time going back and forth amongst themselves about ideas they're so far detached from they have no clue as to what is actually going on, on the ground and in their programs. 

Their employees are treated pretty poorly with the lazy ones just allowed to coast by, so long as nothing goes wrong among their groups of participants, while hard workers are taken advantage of and not even appreciated let alone properly compensated or respected. 

I've been told CBS is still better paying than most other relative positions in the field. However when your CEO makes around 300k a year (at a not for profit) not to mention her bonus larger than some employees salaries all to go on vacation for months at a time you'd think you'd properly compensate the people in your company who are keeping it afloat and doing the work. With a similar model following the other corporate execs. Which sure you've been with the company for awhile paid your due, etc... But these people don't work and would be better off retiring and putting the funds towards their employees and participants they're supposed to serve.

They love their little "Cultivating Dreams" farm where the only thing their Cultivating is the idea that it's okay take advantage of individuals who legally cannot advocate for themselves in return for their labor to meet productivity goals to impress upper management. 

They refuse to listen to experts in the field on how to properly run their agricultural program and a fair warning to anyone going into this program you will be expected to do so much more than you're asked of and even for what they're asking you should and can push for a higher wage. 

All of the ineptitudes of corporate nobodies who just want to coast till retirement aside
There are some amazing people here who truly care about the mission they're trying to achieve and put in the work that make it all seem worth it. 

To a degree between that and the community you serve so long as you don't look up it's a good spot to be for a little bit but I would personally of not wasted my time here if I could go back.




Working at CBS creates two paychecks for me, one to put towards bills and one that helps me feel that I am living a fulfilling life, truly making a difference in the lives of some incredible individuals. The people I work with are genuine and understand that working as a team is the ultimate way to bring the residence together, operating consistently at level at which ensure that those we care for are experiencing the quality of life that they deserve.
A typical day at my job starts with warm greetings at the door and catching up with my fellow staff to gather pertinent information and begin our shift together in a way that will allow us to both serve the medical and social needs of the residents. After we complete morning routines, we often go on fun filled outings to different places all over the county like the zoo, pools, parks, movies, or shopping malls. Outings and activities are person-centered and we often split up groups to provide experiences that match individuals' unique nterests and abilities, while accounting for what they might find overwhelming or understimulating.  We make meals together, we document services that we provide, and tend to medical appointments when necessary. Every day is different and we work as a team to find solutions whenever we are met with a challenge. We end the shift with kind words to one another and the people we have cared for. 
My managers are kind, easy to approach, and passionate about the work we do. I never feel lost or intimidated to ask a question or seek guidance if I need help with something. The workplace culture is easy-going and focused on how to best serve the individuals we care for. We genuinely have fun and I feel proud that together we can help enrich the lives of our residents. The hardest part of the job is probably the heavy feelings that can present if you are an empathic person and the easiest is probably that we are given an amount of creative reign to provide unique experiences for our residents, which we are privileged to be a part of. All in all I feel that working at CBS helps me to lead a more fulfilling life and gives me a genuine sense of purpose and pride in the work I do.

I initially started at Community Based Services to provide respite care for my sister, but decided to try additional positions. I am grateful that I did. I do not have prior experience as a Direct Support Professional, but my previous skills in education combined with hands-on managerial leadership and ample opportunities for training allowed me to advance in the company. CBS provides a variety of ways to assist local adults with developmental disabilities. I started in July 2024, and have already served in Community Habilitation, Site-Based Respite and Residential. I'm eager to learn, and enjoy learning something new on every shift. I currently work Residential and have a flex schedule of 4 ten-hour shifts per week, which allows me to balance with other jobs. I believe CBS is perfect for people who are seeking new skills while simultaneously making their communities safer and happier for those who are in need.

Working at CBS in the WOW (Without Walls) program has been a very positive and rewarding experience. A typical day involves transporting a small group of participants in a van and supporting them as they engage in meaningful activities throughout the community. The program focuses on developing social skills, building routines, encouraging sharing, and helping participants feel integrated, valued, and confident in real-life settings.

Through this role, I learned how to promote independence, support positive social interactions, and help individuals develop practical tools to navigate and participate in their community, including volunteer activities. Management is supportive and professional, and the company culture is inclusive, respectful, and centered on empowerment. While working in community settings can be challenging at times due to varying needs, it is also the most rewarding part of the job. What I enjoyed most was seeing participants grow, gain confidence, and develop a true sense of belonging.

The CEO has a motto "just be nice to everyone." And thats pretty much what you will find. Everyone is funny and kind, some office gossip to be expected, but it isnt vicious. There are a few nosy Nora's though. One thing that is an issue, they are basically married to the way things were done when the company was established in 1981. So, if you have an issue with the way management runs things, don't expect the higher ups to listen or change things. Over all a good place. But the politics and favoritism can be tough to deal with.

The pros of this job is rewarding when you’re  able to make a difference in individuals  lives and work w/ a wonderful team. The work place culture is diverse , a typical day at work
Is arriving with a positive attitude to provide unconditional support for the individuals we serve. Theirs no hard part  to this job besides only processing the con which was  my pay decreasing which I wasn’t aware of at the time of the hiring process   and on top of that weeks later  hrs went from 2-10 to 3-10 . Kind of disturbing but the most enjoyable part of the job was being able to make a difference in these individuals lives .

There is community services such as meals in wheels for the elderly and various activities for the individuals such as bowling, arts and crafts, puzzles and reading. Sometimes it can be difficult to handle the behaviors. There is teamwork between the staff when needed and enjoy interaction between staff and individuals. 

The company culture is great, management are open minded, down to earth.  The company value  the lives of the individuals we serve and the staff.  Community Based Services is an agency that is growing and provides support for all in the community.  Comm. Based Services actually gives everyone (staff and individuals) the opportunity to grow and develop professionally without doubt.     

While working with people with special needs it has been my pleasure to be of service to them and working with a team of staff members on the field and off the field line workers and also administrators has been a completely therapeutic experience.. I recommend this company to others who have a gift in doing some of gods work… respectfully yours thanks to the cbs community.. peace and blessings to all..

The best part of my job is having the individuals have the best experience possible, and promoting independence.  This could be participating in their community to build relationships like going to the local grocery store and restaurants.  The agency is always doing something festive to make sure the individuals are celebrated like the Spring Fling and the Halloween Howl dances. 

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Direct support professional 46 salaries reported	$20.54 per hour
Habilitation specialist 19 salaries reported	$20.50 per hour
Mental health technician 4 salaries reported	$20.50 per hour
Manager 5 salaries reported	$64,740 per year
Associate manager 6 salaries reported	$23.16 per hour

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