Direct Support Professional (DSP)

About the role

Community Access Services (CAS) is hiring compassionate, dependable Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living full, independent, and meaningful lives.

Responsibilities

• Building positive, supportive relationships with individuals served
• Aiding with daily living activities such as cooking, personal care, hygiene, and household tasks
• Serving as a companion during community outings, appointments, recreation, and personal goal-setting
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and skill development
• Administering medications and completing accurate documentation
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming home environment
• Advocating for the choices, dignity, and well-being of the people you support

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to pass a national background check
• Ability to become an approved company driver
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs and assisting with mobility support
• Experience in caregiving, healthcare, behavioral health, childcare, or human services is helpful but not required

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to pass a national background check
• Ability to become an approved company driver
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs and assisting with mobility support

Skills

• Compassion
• Empathy
• Communication skills
• Problem-solving abilities
• Organizational skills
• Physical stamina and strength

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (CAS covers up to 80% of employee medical premiums, 60% for dependents; 100% of employee dental premiums, 60% for dependents)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) with employer contribution up to $500/year
• Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• 403(b) retirement plan with 3% company contribution after qualifying period
• On-demand pay
• Generous Time Off: PTO, sick leave, paid holidays, and personal days
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP): providing up to 3 free counseling sessions, legal consultations, and financial coaching
• Wellness & Perks: accident/critical illness insurance, pet insurance, and more!

Pay

$21.75–$22.75 per hour (DOE) + $1,000 Hiring Bonus

Schedule

Predictable Scheduling: Consistent schedules to support work-life balance

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (CAS covers up to 80% of employee medical premiums, 60% for dependents; 100% of employee dental premiums, 60% for dependents)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) with employer contribution up to $500/year
• Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• 403(b) retirement plan with 3% company contribution after qualifying period
• On-demand pay
• Generous Time Off: PTO, sick leave, paid holidays, and personal days
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP): providing up to 3 free counseling sessions, legal consultations, and financial coaching
• Wellness & Perks: accident/critical illness insurance, pet insurance, and more!