Direct Support Professional (DSP)

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will provide support to individuals with disabilities, meeting their physical, mental, emotional, and social needs. You will work with clients to develop individualized plans and provide training and support to help them achieve their goals. This role is a great way to start a career in Human Services, with a focus on making a positive difference in the lives of others.

What You Will Do

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include providing support and training to individuals, teaching self-control and self-management skills, completing documentation requirements, and promoting personal safety and safety measures. You will also assist individuals in developing and carrying out daily schedules, arranging appointments and transportation, and completing necessary paperwork.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role requires a strong belief in the potential of individuals with disabilities to participate fully in society, as well as excellent communication and problem-solving skills. You will work in a team environment, promoting personal safety and safety measures, and will be required to pass a health assessment and background checks. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED/HSED
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making decisions
• Ability to complete/pass required medication administration course
• Valid driver's license
• Pass a health assessment at time of hire and ability to maintain up to date health assessment as requested per regulations
• Clearance from all applicable background checks as required by service standards

Benefits

• Health Insurance coverage by Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Free $15,000 Term Life Insurance Policy
• 403B Retirement Plan with 8% employer match after one year
• Flex Spending
• Supplemental Benefits: Accident, Critical Illness, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Voluntary Life
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Temporary Medical Leave (TML)
• Holidays based on status of employment
• Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave
• Jury Duty
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• FMLA (Family Medical Leave Act)
• Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF Program)
• BVU Partnership Educational Benefits
• Pay on Demand with Dayforce Wallet