Direct Support Professional / Caregiver - Residential

Arrowhead West Inc; Dodge City (KS); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Health insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan with matching

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Tuition assistance

Referral bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Arrowhead West, Inc. seeks a Direct Support Professional/Caregiver to help individuals with disabilities live meaningful, independent lives. You will support community participation, teach life skills, and promote personal care, all within Person-Centered Support Plans and teamwork with Case Managers.

The role offers full-time and part-time shifts, with training, and opportunities for growth. Must be 18+, have a valid driver’s license, and pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, supportive caregiving approach.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with individuals and teams.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in community activities—shopping, events, outings.
• Teach home skills: laundry, cooking, cleaning, groceries.
• Assist with personal care and promote healthy habits.
• Provide support per Person-Centered Support Plan (PCSP) and build independence.
• Collaborate with Case Managers, direct care staff, and supervisors.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Driver's license

Physical stamina

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 $18.00/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:

Full time and Part-time positions available. Variety of shifts (afternoon/evenings, overnights awake, weekends & holidays)

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