Direct Support Professional

Nexusnebraska; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A provider of support services for individuals with disabilities in Lincoln, Nebraska, is in need of Direct Support Professionals. This role involves engaging with individuals in various settings to help develop skills and achieve personal goals. Candidates must be at least 18 years old, possess a high school diploma or equivalent, and ideally have experience in human services. The position demands physical ability and flexibility in work hours, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Eighteen (18) years of age or older.
• Possession of a driver's license valid in Nebraska.
• Reliable means of communication (e.g. telephone, cell phone).

Responsibilities

• Deliver training and assistance to individuals with disabilities.
• Facilitate personal goals and foster community connections.
• Attend diverse training sessions to enhance expertise.

Skills

Knowledge of training individuals with developmental disabilities

Ability to work with individuals with special needs

Ability to contribute positively to the work team

Ability to meet physical demands

Ability to accept directions

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

One year of experience in human services

Job description

Description

Direct Support Professionals (DSP) engage in crucial, professional duties by delivering training and assistance to individuals with disabilities, whether in their residences or at different community settings. This assistance and guidance aim to improve the individual's skills, facilitate the attainment of personal goals, and foster meaningful connections within the community.

The role entails flexibility in work settings, with schedules tailored to accommodate individual requirements, potentially encompassing evenings, overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays. Mandatory attendance at diverse training sessions is integral, enabling DSPs to broaden their expertise and deliver high-quality support.

Requirements

• Knowledge of training individuals with developmental disabilities helpful.
• Ability to work with individuals with special needs, including personal hygiene/care.
• Ability to contribute positively to the work team.
• Ability to meet the physical demand of the service location.
• Lifting may be required at the service location. If lifting or other adaptive equipment is available, it MUST be used.
• Eighteen (18) years of age or older.
• Ability to accept directions and follow through with completion of assigned tasks.
• Ability to identify and report situations requiring supervisor’s advice.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent knowledge.
• Prefer one year of experience in the field of human services.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a driver’s license valid in the state of Nebraska or other adequate means of transportation.
• Must possess a reliable means of communication (e.g. telephone, cell phone, etc.).

Will be subject to criminal history APS and CPS background check. May be subject to drug and alcohol screen.