Community Support Professional

Center for Developmentally Disabled; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Paid onboarding training

Job summary

A nonprofit community service provider in Kansas City is seeking compassionate Community Support Professionals to assist individuals with developmental disabilities in achieving independence. The role involves supporting clients in home and community settings, facilitating their participation in various activities, and documenting their progress. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, strong organizational skills, and a person-centered mindset. Flexible full-time or part-time schedules are available, alongside a paid onboarding process.

Qualifications

• Compassionate communication skills are essential.
• Organization skills to manage schedules and supports.
• Experience in caregiving, education, or human services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in their homes and community settings.
• Help clients participate in social and recreational activities.
• Document services, progress, and outcomes in Therap.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Strong organization

Person-centered mindset

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Community Support Professional (Full-Time • Part-Time)

Starting pay at $19/hr. + Mileage Reimbursement Personal Vehicle Required) + Weekend

If helping others achieve independence inspires you, this opportunity is for you. Join Center for Developmentally Disabled (CDD) — a nonprofit serving Kansas City for over 50 years — as a Community Support Professional. You’ll make a lasting impact by helping individuals with developmental disabilities build meaningful relationships, participate in community life, and gain the confidence to thrive.

What You’ll Do

• Support individuals in their homes and community settings — not a facility.
• Help clients participate in social, recreational, volunteer, and faith-based activities.
• Provide reliable transportation and personal support as needed.
• Collaborate with families to design flexible, meaningful daily and weekly routines.
• Document services, progress, and outcomes in Therap.
• Encourage independence, dignity, and self-advocacy.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• Valid driver’s license (Class E MO or Class C KS), auto insurance, clean driving record, and personal vehicle (required).
• Compassionate communication, strong organization, and a person-centered mindset.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and complete CPR/First Aid (training provided).
• Prior caregiving, education, or human services experience preferred.

The Role at a Glance

• Schedule: Full-time or part-time; flexible hours coordinated with families and individuals
• Training: Paid two-week onboarding, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (required)

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re passionate about helping others reach their potential, we’d love to meet you. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

About CDD

For over five decades, Center for Developmentally Disabled has helped individuals with developmental disabilities live, work, and thrive independently in their communities. Our mission is to promote dignity, opportunity, and inclusion — and we’re looking for compassionate professionals like you to help us continue that work.