Direct Support Professional / Caregiver - Day Program

Arrowhead West, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus $1000

Health and life insurance

Retirement with matching funds

Paid vacation

Sick leave and holidays

Tuition assistance

Referral bonus program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Arrowhead West, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional/Caregiver to empower individuals with disabilities to live meaningful, independent, and joyful lives.

You will provide hands-on support, teach everyday skills, encourage community participation, and foster positive, professional relationships. The role includes assisting with daily activities, promoting healthy habits, and coordinating with Case Managers to implement person-centered plans.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Pass a background check and drug screening.
• Ability to lift 15–50 lbs regularly and up to 75 lbs when needed.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in community activities and outings such as shopping, events, and hobbies.
• Teach skills for a clean, safe home (laundry, cooking, cleaning, groceries).
• Assist with personal care needs (bathing, grooming, mealtime) and promote healthy habits.
• Provide support per each person’s PCSP and build independence.
• Collaborate with Case Managers and direct care staff in PCSP teams.

Skills

Compassionate

Supportive

Community engagement

Teaching skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional/Caregiver

Why It Matters:
You’ll help people make informed choices, build friendships, learn life skills, and participate fully in their community — creating confidence, connection, and joy every day.

Are you a compassionate, supportive individual who wants to help people with disabilities live meaningful, independent, and joyful lives? As a DSP, you’ll provide hands‑on support while teaching skills, encouraging community participation, and building positive, professional relationships.

What You’ll Do

• 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 Person‑Centered Support Plan (PCSP) and teach skills that increase independence.
• Collaborate with Case Managers, direct care staff, and supervisors; participate in PCSP teams.

What You’ll Earn:

• Starting at $17.50/hr., with additional pay opportunities for experience and education.
• Paid training; including First Aid & CPR certification, and training related to person centered planning and positive behavior supports.
• Benefits include $1000 hiring bonus, health and life insurance, retirement programs with matching funds, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, tuition assistance, referral bonus program, and an Employee Assistance Program that provides confidential counseling and support.

Schedule: Day hours (6:30 am - 2:30 pm or 8:00 am - 4:00 pm) Monday - Friday

What You Need

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Pass a background check and drug screening.
• Ability to lift 15–50 lbs. regularly and occasionally up to 75 lbs.; ability to push a wheelchair up a ramp.

Arrowhead West, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer