DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Abraxas Youth & Family Services; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

Employee Referral Bonuses

Company-Paid Training

Job summary

Resources for Human Development is hiring Direct Support Professionals to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities lead meaningful, independent lives. You will support daily living activities, help clients achieve ISP goals, and promote autonomy and community involvement.

Join a mission-driven team that provides trauma-informed care, ongoing training, and opportunities across multiple service lines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to pass state and federal background screenings.
• Ability to read, write, and document in English.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with activities of daily living, including meal preparation, housekeeping, laundry, and personal care.
• Support individuals in achieving goals outlined in their ISPs.
• Promote independence, self-advocacy, and personal choice.
• Provide supervision, guidance, and skill-building support in residential and community settings.
• Assist with medication administration following required training and agency protocols.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments, recreational activities, family visits, and community events.
• Foster positive relationships and encourage community involvement.
• Monitor and respond to crisis situations and behavioral concerns.
• Complete required documentation, logs, and reports accurately and on time.
• Maintain a safe, trauma-informed environment for individuals served.]
• COMPANY NAME: Resources for Human Development
• KEY POINTS: Direct Support Professional, $18/hour, full-time, DailyPay, diverse service lines, community inclusion, training
• Resources for Human Development is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities live independently. You will assist with daily living, support ISP goals, promote self-determination, and provide trauma-informed care in residential and community settings.
• Resources for Human Development offers paid training, DailyPay access to earned wages, and a comprehensive benefits package including insurance and retirement options. Join a mission-driven organization that values dignity, inclusion, and meaningful community participation.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Patient

Team-Oriented

Service-Focused

Professional

Positive

Committed to Helping Others

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Basic computer and internet skills

Job description

Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines

Make a Difference Every Day

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Resources for Human Development

Full-Time

$18.00/hour

DailyPay Available

Looking for More Than Just a Job?

At Resources for Human Development (RHD), we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life. We're seeking compassionate, dependable, and service-focused individuals to join our team as Direct Support Professionals. In this rewarding role, you'll help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities build skills, achieve personal goals, and participate fully in their communities while receiving the support you need to thrive. Whether you're beginning your career in human services or bringing previous experience, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference every day.

About Resources For Human Development

For more than 50 years, Resources for Human Development (RHD) has been dedicated to providing high-quality, person-centered services that empower individuals to live independently and achieve their goals. Our employees play a vital role in promoting dignity, inclusion, self-determination, and personal choice while helping individuals build meaningful lives within their communities. Every day, our team members make a lasting impact through compassionate support and advocacy.

Why Join Our Team?

Competitive Pay & Benefits

• $18.00/hour Competitive Compensation
• DailyPay - Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Company-Paid Training

Career Growth & Development

• Paid Training Programs
• CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration Training
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Leadership Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines

Meaningful Work That Matters

• Make a Difference Every Day
• Support Individuals and Families
• Promote Independence and Community Inclusion
• Build Meaningful Relationships
• Join a Mission-Driven Organization

What You'll Do

• Assist individuals with activities of daily living, including meal preparation, housekeeping, laundry, and personal care
• Support individuals in achieving goals outlined in their Individualized Service Plans (ISPs)
• Promote independence, self-advocacy, and personal choice
• Provide supervision, guidance, and skill-building support in residential and community settings
• Assist with medication administration following required training and agency protocols
• Transport individuals to medical appointments, recreational activities, family visits, and community events
• Foster positive relationships and encourage community involvement
• Monitor and respond appropriately to crisis situations and behavioral concerns
• Complete required documentation, logs, and reports accurately and on time
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and trauma-informed environment for individuals served

Who We're Looking For

• Compassionate
• Dependable
• Patient
• Team-Oriented
• Service-Focused
• Professional
• Positive
• Committed to Helping Others

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver's License
• Ability to pass state and federal background screenings
• Basic computer and internet skills
• Ability to read, write, and document in English
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Previous experience in caregiving, human services, behavioral health, or direct support roles
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care practices
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Flexible scheduling based on program needs
• Evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts may be required
• Schedule subject to change based on individual and program needs

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, transfer, and assist with up to 50 pounds or more as needed
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and climb stairs regularly
• Ability to safely drive and transport individuals in the community
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

About Our Organization

Resources for Human Development is part of the Inperium family of companies. Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc., and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This policy of nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.