DSP

About the role

Support people with identified needs as they pursue their hopes, dreams, and goals through person-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Build meaningful relationships while providing guidance, encouragement, and support
• Assist with daily living activities such as personal care, hygiene needs, meals, household support/cleaning, and transportation
• Socialize and support community involvement, independent living skills, and advocacy for rights, needs, and preferences
• Maintain health and well-being, reporting changes as necessary
• Complete required documentation and participate in training and team meetings

Requirements

• No prior experience or formal education required—training provided
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record, passing a Motor Vehicle Check
• Passing a DHS background check for a safe and trusted environment

Qualifications

• Genuine heart for helping others
• Comfort with basic computer use for documentation and communication
• Ability to read and write in English for clear communication

Skills

• Caregiver
• PCA (Personal Care Assistant)
• Homemaker
• Home care provider
• Resident assistant
• Possibly transition to careers in social work, nursing, healthcare, human services, psychology, and nonprofits

Benefits

• Childcare assistance
• Discounts on events and services
• Team member assistance program
• Financial counseling
• Wellness program
• UKG Wallet for accessing payroll dollars before payday
• Medical, dental, life, vision, 403(b) plan with a match
• Generous PTO plan including paid holidays and float days
• Paid training during orientation and throughout employment
• Opportunities to grow career within 20+ different services at LSS
• Diverse workplace with outstanding reputation for putting people served and team members first
• ALIVE Workplace supportive, positive, healthy, and fun

Pay

$17.00/hr. Wage increases to $17.50/hr after six months of consistent employment.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of people with identified needs.