Direct Support Professional - Central, NE

Integrated Life Choices; Aurora (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Integrated Life Choices is looking for dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in Aurora, NE. This full-time role is essential in providing support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them lead fulfilling and meaningful lives.

Candidates need a high school diploma or GED, and will engage in physical work while ensuring each individual's personal and medical needs are met. Competitive benefits such as health insurance and a 401(k) plan are included.

Qualifications

• Experience in direct support or similar field is preferred.
• Ability to physically intervene in demanding situations.
• Skills to teach and support individuals in achieving personal growth.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in understanding their rights.
• Encourage independent living through self-advocacy.
• Provide person-centered supports throughout their lives.
• Help improve social connections and relationships.
• Assist with personal hygiene and medication needs.

Skills

Compassion

Self-advocacy

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Reliable vehicle

Valid driver's license

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Aurora, NE 68818
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: High School
Job Shift: Any

At Integrated Life Choices (ILC), we are a proud 100% employee‑owned organization committed to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We aim to provide exceptional support that fosters independence, inclusion, and personal growth. As an employee‑owned company, every team member plays a vital role in our success, ensuring that our workplace is collaborative, innovative, and supportive. We hope you will consider joining us as an employee owner.

Integrated Life Choices (ILC) is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs).

DSPs at ILC provide support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a variety of settings to ensure they have a meaningful life. As a DSP, you will work with individuals to support them in achieving their hopes and dreams.

If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a positive impact on someone's life, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Supporting people in understanding and exercising their rights
• Encouraging people to live a fulfilling life as independently as possible through self-advocacy
• Providing the best person‑centered supports to meet people’s needs throughout their lives
• Supporting and encouraging positive interactions
• Improving social connections and relationships
• Providing transportation for those you are supporting
• Teaching skills to improve a person’s life
• Supporting and encouraging participation in groups or organizations in line with a person’s personal interests to meet recreational and social needs
• Utilizing Positive Support Programs to guide daily interactions
• Supporting a person with personal hygiene and medical‑related needs, including medication administration
• Providing documentation at the end of each shift

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Supplemental insurance offerings
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

Working Conditions: This work can be physically demanding in some situations. Some physical work examples could be but are not limited to:

• Intervening in aggressive situations and/or physically demanding responsibilities
• Support with lifting individuals to and from wheelchairs
• Supporting a person to and from a shower
• Using a gait belt in a safe and dignified way

Providing transportation for the people we support is an essential function of the DSP position. ILC requires all DSPs to have a reliable vehicle at every shift.

Education / Experience

• High School diploma or GED

Background Checks

• Nebraska Child/Adult Protective Services Central Registry check
• Criminal background check

Certificates and Licenses

• Valid driver's license and auto insurance