Day Program Direct Support Professional

Palmers Home Care; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Hospital Confinement & Indemnity

Critical Illness Coverage

401(k)

Paid Life Insurance

Paid Vacation & Bereavement Leave

Supportive team and leadership

Job summary

Palmers Home Care in Columbia, MO is hiring a Day Program Direct Support Professional to provide on-site supervision and care for individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities. The role focuses on developing life and social skills through structured activities and is a full-time, day-shift position with pay of $19.00/hour.

The DSP will support participants with personal care as needed, document progress, and promote independence in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess at least a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to pass a Family Care Safety Registry screening.
• Strong work ethic, able to accept supervision and feedback.
• Reliability, punctuality, and scheduling flexibility.
• Interpersonal skills for interaction with individuals served and community.
• Ability to lift over 50 lbs and sit/stand for prolonged periods.
• Valid driver's license with auto insurance; class E license or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision to individuals in a day program.
• Support development of life, social, and vocational skills through structured activities.
• Assist with personal care as needed while maintaining dignity and respect.
• Facilitate group activities, community outings, and skill-building programs.
• Monitor safety, health, and well-being throughout the day.
• Document services, progress, and incidents per program and DMH requirements.
• Collaborate with supervisors and team to support individualized plans.
• Promote independence, inclusion, and positive engagement for all participants.
• Other duties as needed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job DetailsJob Location: Columbia, MO 65203Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: Day Program - Day ShiftNow Hiring: Day Program Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Columbia, MO

Looking for a meaningful job where you can make a difference and actually enjoy going to work? We've got you covered!

Pay: $19.00/hour

Why You'll Love It:

• You will spend your day actively engaged in on-site and off-site activities
• Be part of a large, supportive team
• Receive paid training and certifications (CPR, First Aid, Med Aide & more)

What You'll Do:

• Provide direct care and supervision to individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities in a day program setting.
• Support individuals in developing life, social, and vocational skills through structured activities.
• Assist individuals with personal care needs as required while maintaining dignity and respect.
• Facilitate group activities, community outings, and skill-building programs.
• Monitor individuals' safety, health, and well-being throughout the day.
• Document services, progress, and incidents according to program and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with supervisors and team members to support individualized support plans.
• Promote independence, inclusion, and positive engagement for all participants.
• Other duties as needed.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Hospital Confinement & Indemnity Coverage
• Critical Illness Coverage
• 401(k) (available to full-time, part-time, and PRN staff)
• Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation & Bereavement Leave
• Supportive team and leadership

Qualifications

• Must possess at least a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to pass a Family Care Safety Registry screening.
• Ability to show strong work ethic, accept supervision and constructive feedback, as well as provide supervision and feedback.
• Reliability, punctuality, and flexibility in scheduling. The needs of the individuals being served must be met at all times.
• Interpersonal skills to engage in appropriate interaction with individuals served, team, and people in the community and/or other agencies and entities.
• Ability to lift over 50 lbs and sit/stand for prolonged periods.
• Valid driver's license and proof of personal automotive insurance if transporting individuals in personal vehicle. Must posses or be able to obtain a class E driver's license.
• Ability to complete all agency required training and certifications within 90 days of hire (CPR/First Aid certification, Level One Med Aid Certification, Abuse/Neglect training, etc.) as required by agency and DMH.