Direct Support Professional (DSP) — Norfolk, NE
$16.00 – $16.50 an hour | Full-time & Part-time available
Direct Support Professionals at ILC help people live fuller, more independent lives through personalized coaching, daily support, and real human connection. We are a 100% Employee-Owned organization with an automatic vesting plan after year one. If the best part of your day is the moment you made someone smile, this job is for you.
Schedule
We support people 24/7, which gives our team real flexibility. Higher wages are offered for evenings, weekends, and overnights.
- Vocational: Monday to Friday during the day
- Residential: Evenings, weekends, and overnights — weekend availability is required
- Supported Services: Days, evenings, and weekends
What you'll do
- Provide personalized coaching and assistance with daily tasks
- Help people understand and exercise their rights
- Support individuals in achieving personal goals and building social connections
- Coordinate community outings — museums, parks, sporting events, and more
- Encourage hobbies like painting, swimming, and singing
- Assist with personal hygiene and activities of daily living
- Support medication administration and medical-related needs
- Provide transportation for those you support
- For Supported Services: coach individuals in finding and maintaining competitive employment
- Complete documentation at the end of each shift
Some assignments involve physical support such as assisting individuals to and from wheelchairs. Paid training is provided to prepare you for all aspects of the role.
Benefits
- 100% Employee-Owned with automatic vesting after year one
- Internal career path with real promotion opportunities
- Higher wages for evenings, weekends, overnights, and holidays
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Supplemental insurance offerings
- Paid training and Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Kind, caring coworkers
Requirements
- Enjoy working with and supporting people
- Reliable personal vehicle at every shift
- Valid driver's license
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Must pass all background checks: Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Services, State Patrol Criminal, and FBI
Location: Norfolk, NE — ability to commute required
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $16.50 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 20 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
