Direct Support Professional (DSP)
About the role
At Boone Supported Living, our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) help adults with developmental disabilities live more independent, fulfilling lives. Whether you're helping someone prepare a meal, attend a community event, reach a personal goal, or simply navigate everyday life, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every single day.
No experience? That's okay. We provide paid training and will teach you everything you need to succeed. Whether you're beginning your career, looking for a meaningful career change, or studying Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, Education, or Human Services, this is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience while making a real difference.
Pay
- Earn up to $18.75 per hour
- Bonus opportunities
- Wage increase opportunities
Schedule
Current openings include evenings, weekends, and limited overnight shifts. Day shift positions are not currently available.
Responsibilities
- Assisting individuals with daily living activities and community involvement
- Encouraging independence while providing compassionate support
- Administering medications after training and according to agency policies
- Documenting services provided and progress toward individual goals
- Monitoring health needs and reporting changes when necessary
- Following individualized care plans
- Safely transporting individuals to appointments and community activities
- Completing required documentation, mileage logs, incident reports, and other records accurately and on time
Requirements
- Valid driver's license
- Reliable personal vehicle available for client transportation
- Current automobile insurance
- High school diploma or GED
- Legal authorization to work in the United States
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to pass the Family Care Safety Registry screening and criminal background check
Benefits
For all eligible employees
- 401(k) with up to a 5% company match
- Eight paid holidays
- Free telehealth services
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition discount with Columbia College
- Employee referral bonus
Additional full-time benefits (31+ hours/week)
- Boone Supported Living pays 60% of employee health insurance premiums
- 100% employer-paid dental insurance
- 100% employer-paid vision insurance
- Paid membership to a primary healthcare clinic
- Paid parental leave after one year
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- $25,000 employer-paid life insurance policy
- Payroll advance program
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities