Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Snapshot
Discovery Living has been serving adults with intellectual disabilities for over 40 years and sets the gold standard for service provision in the area of disability services. We are currently hiring for our Direct Support Professional (DSP) role. As a DSP, you will assist our individuals to achieve a high quality of life through personal care and medication assistance, household tasks and meal preparation, and participation in chosen social and community activities, to name just a few of the many and varied duties.
Benefits & Pay:
- Health (Wellmark), Dental, Vision (for employees working 20 hours/week or more)
- Flexible schedules for a strong work-life harmony (long shifts and sleeping overnights available)
- Outstanding Paid Leave Package & competitive pay (base pay starting at $16.30/hour)
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Reliable, long-term employment
- Extensive training, including Medication Manager certification.
Qualifications Include:
High school diploma or GED, 18 years of age, and possession of a valid driver’s license. Pre-employment background and drug screening prior to hire. Prior experience working with people with disabilities is not required, but a willingness to make a difference in the lives of others is a must!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.30 - $18.55 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Safety equipment provided
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Are you available to work every other weekend?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Direct Support Professional: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
