Direct Support Professional

AID of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 18,468 - 26,303; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, life, dental, and vision insurance

401K match

Referral bonuses

Employee of the month bonuses

Shift bonus for weekend shifts

Job summary

AID of Indiana in Indianapolis is looking for Full Time Direct Support Professionals to provide care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role involves assisting with personal care tasks, community activities, and teaching life skills.

The position offers a pay of $16.25 per hour, with benefits including health, life, dental, and vision insurance. Candidates must be compassionate and reliable, and training is provided.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Driver's License.
• Social Security Card required.
• Need a Birth Certificate or Passport.
• County Background Check needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with personal care tasks (ADLs).
• Help with house cleaning and meal preparation.
• Support clients in community activities.
• Teach life skills and promote self-advocacy.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Independent work

Education

G.E.D. or High School Diploma

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Indianapolis, IN

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $16.25 - $16.25 Hourly

Travel Percentage: Up to 50%

Job Shift: Swing

Job Category: Health Care

Position Overview

This is a fantastic position for anyone interested in working in the health care or social work fields. We welcome current or former Caregivers, CNAs, and DSPs as well as caring individuals without previous, formal experience. We promote from within and many of our administrators, directors, and managers started with AID in entry level positions!

Seeking

Full Time Direct Support Professionals to work with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes.

Benefits

• Health, life, dental, and vision insurance plus 401K match
• Referral bonuses, Employee of the month ($100), and House of the month ($75 per person) bonuses for all staff
• Shift bonus of $0.50/hour for shifts worked Friday 6pm – Sunday 11:59pm

Schedule

You must be willing to work 12‑hour rotating shifts and alternating weekends.

Training & Pay

All training and certification are provided and paid for by AID of Indiana. Pay is $16.25 per hour.

Locations

We have offices in Fort Wayne and Muncie, but provide services to individuals throughout Indiana. Available positions vary based on location. As a DSP you would be working in an assisted living residential home, but may be required to transport a client or go with them to an activity in the community.

About AID of Indiana

AID of Indiana is committed to excellence in all services provided, is locally owned and operated out of our Fort Wayne HQ, and we value and help our employees by hiring from within when possible. We pride ourselves on providing excellent care to the individuals we serve and place a high value on the well-being of our employees. We believe that effectively providing the highest quality of care requires employing compassionate people who are shown appreciation and are supported in a positive environment.

Qualifications

• G.E.D. or High School Diploma
• Drivers License
• Social Security Card
• Birth Certificate or Passport
• County Background Check

Skills Required

• Compassionate, reliable, and able to work independently
• Assist with house cleaning, meal prep, and community activities
• Teach life skills, follow treatment plans, and promote self‑advocacy
• Lift a minimum of 50 lbs
• Provide assistance with ADLs (bathing, dressing, hygiene tasks); if not willing, consider a Community Engagement position