Direct Support Professional/Driver

Cddkc; Blue Springs (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

CDD is seeking a Community Access Driver to provide transportation services for developmentally disabled individuals in the Kansas City area. This full-time DSP role involves safely transporting clients to activities, appointments, and events, with emphasis on clear communication and person-centered care.

The position supports families and staff, requires flexible evenings and weekend availability, and offers incentives based on agency goals. Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid Missouri Class E or Kansas Class C driver's license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and reliable transportation for developmentally disabled individuals.
• Assist individuals with entering and exiting the vehicle.
• Ensure the vehicle is clean and well-maintained.
• Communicate effectively with individuals, families, and staff.
• Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations.
• Maintain accurate mileage and service records.

Skills

Disabilities support

Driving

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Explore career opportunities at CDD and join a team committed to making a meaningful difference every day.

Position:Direct Support Professional/Driver

Location: Blue Springs, MO

Job Id:1448

# of Openings:2

CDD is a non-profit community-based organization that supports individuals with developmental disABILITIES in their own homes throughout the Kansas City Metropolitan area. We have been doing this for over 50 years with the goal of adding 50+ more in our sight. Speaking of goals, CDD offers incentives based on meeting agency-wide goals as well as differentials for homes that are behavioral, high medical needs, and for shifts that occur on Saturday and Sunday. Community Access Driver that is a FULL TIME DSP as well while driving our company van.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Job Description

We are seeking a Community Access Driver to provide transportation services for developmentally disabled individuals. The Community Access Driver will be responsible for safely transporting individuals to and from various community activities, appointments, and events. The ideal candidate will have experience working with individuals with disabilities and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and reliable transportation services for developmentally disabled individuals
• Assist individuals with entering and exiting the vehicle
• Ensure the vehicle is clean and well-maintained
• Communicate effectively with individuals, families, and staff
• Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations
• Maintain accurate records of mileage and services provided

Requirements

• Valid Class E in Missouri or Class C in Kansas driver's license and clean driving record
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed, the role is mainly Monday-Friday 8:30 to 3:30