Caregiver/Support Specialist – Adult Day Program

About the role

Starkey is hiring Behavior Support Specialists to work in their Day Support Program on their main Wichita campus. The role involves supporting adults with disabilities who may experience challenging behaviors, using positive behavior strategies in a structured daytime program environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral and daily support to adults with disabilities in a day program setting
• Implement behavior support plans and encourage positive choices
• Teach social, communication, and coping skills
• Absorb personal care and daily routines as needed
• Engage individuals in structured activities and participate in fun community outings and activities
• Work closely with a supportive team to help individuals reach their goals

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or WorkKeys Bronze Certificate
• Valid driver's license required
• Availability for 2–4 weeks of PAID training (Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm)
• Optional: Bilingual in ASL or Spanish (not required)

Benefits

• Paid on-the-job training (behavior support skills provided)
• Hiring bonus up to $1,000
• Paid time off & 8 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending & dependent care accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (mental health support and resources)
• Discounted YMCA memberships
• Opportunities for promotion and career advancement

Pay

$16.50/hour

Schedule & Location

• Daytime hours (Typically M-F 8:00am-4:00pm)
• Main campus Day Support program
• No overnight shifts