Direct Support Professional - DART | Full Time 2nd Shift 40 hours

Hope Network; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement

Company match 3%

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Life insurance

Job summary

Hope Network in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Direct Support Professional to empower individuals to build independence and participate in their community. You will provide person-centered support with daily living activities, health and wellness, and skills development to foster meaningful comebacks.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, personal care and medications, supporting outings and transportation, building trust, and maintaining a safe, structured environment for clients.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, dependable and team-oriented mindset.
• Strong communication and ability to build trust.
• Adaptable, patient and resilient.
• Person-centered mindset with respect for individual differences.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living (ADLs), personal care, and medications.
• Support community outings, transportation, and activities.
• Build positive relationships and encourage independence.
• Help maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Team-oriented

Communication

Adaptable

Patient

Resilient

Person-centered

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Make a real impact—help someone build independence while building a career, you’re proud of.

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Hope Network, you’ll help individuals build independence, achieve personal goals, and thrive within their community. DSPs provide compassionate, person-centered support with daily living activities, community involvement, health and wellness, and meaningful skill development — helping create comebacks every day.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with daily living (ADLs), personal care, and medications
• Support community outings, transportation, and activities
• Build positive relationships and encourage independence
• Help maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment

What We’re Looking For

• Compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented
• Strong communication and ability to build trust
• Adaptable, patient, and resilient
• Person-centered mindset with respect for individual differences

Preferred

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license

Required

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to pass background checks and fingerprints
• Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid certification

Top Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental & vision insurance (may vary based on job status)
• Virtual Concierge Medical Services
• 403(b) retirement with company match (up to 3%)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid training + career growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (mental health + support)
• Company-paid life insurance

Why Hope Network

Not your average job. Not your average impact.

At Hope Network, you’re not just filling a role—you’re showing up for someone who needs consistency, encouragement, and support. Every day looks different, but one thing stays the same: what you do matters.

Our teams are built on trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to those we serve. We believe no human is more valuable than the next—and the work you do here truly matters.