Direct Support Professional: Build Skills & Community

Arrowhead West, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Arrowhead West, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional to help people with disabilities live meaningful, independent, and joyful lives. You will provide hands-on support, teach daily life skills, and promote participation in community activities.

You’ll work closely with Case Managers and direct care staff to implement Person-Centered Support Plans and foster independence and confidence in participants.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and supportive individual who wants to help people with disabilities live meaningful, independent, and joyful lives.
• Provide hands-on support while teaching skills, encouraging community participation, and building positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in community activities: shopping, movies, ball games, library trips, hobbies, local events, and other meaningful outings.
• Teach skills for a clean, safe home, including laundry, cooking, cleaning, and grocery routines.
• Assist with personal care needs (bathing, grooming, mealtime) and promote healthy habits.
• Provide support aligned with each person’s PCSP and teach skills that increase independence.
• Collaborate with Case Managers, direct care staff, and supervisors; participate in PCSP teams.

Job description

Arrowhead West, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional to help people with disabilities live meaningful, independent, and joyful lives. You will provide hands-on support, teach daily life skills, and promote participation in community activities.

You’ll work closely with Case Managers and direct care staff to implement Person-Centered Support Plans and foster independence and confidence in participants.