Direct Support Professional/DSP- Omaha Day Center

Hands of Heartland, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Hands of Heartland, Inc. is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to assist individuals with developmental disabilities at our Omaha day centers. This full-time role runs Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, in Omaha, NE.

You will support daily living activities, safety, documentation, transportation, and community engagement while maintaining the dignity and rights of each person served. Starting pay is $16 per hour, with higher pay for experience and CNA certification.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals with developmental disabilities and team members.
• Strong observation and problem-solving skills for day-to-day care.
• Proven time management and ability to document interactions accurately.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Commitment to confidentiality and person-centered support.
• Willingness to adapt to changes and new procedures.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with individuals with developmental disabilities to support meaningful daily living.
• Assist with activities of daily living and skill-building in community settings.
• Transport individuals to appointments and community activities.
• Administer medications and follow nurse instructions as delegated.
• Maintain accurate documentation and logs of plans, behavior data, and funds requests.
• Ensure safety, dignity, and rights of individuals at all times.

Skills

Communication

Observation

Problem Solving

Time Management

Documentation

Independence

Job description

Full Time Professional Omaha, NE, US

At Hands of Heartland, we believe that people with developmental disabilities are people first. We will always place the person before the program - striving daily to embody the message our name states.

Hands of Heartland is looking for compassionate and caring individuals to join our team and provide support to the individuals we support as a Direct Support Professionals (DSP) for the Omaha day centers. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8a-4p.

Location: Omaha, NE

What You'll Do in Summary:

Work directly with individuals with developmental disabilities in a variety of settings to ensure they have a meaningful life. As a DSP you will assist individuals with day to day living activities and developing skills in a community setting.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for creating a safe, positive, and encouraging atmosphere for the people we support
• Provide services to address the wants and needs of people with developmental disabilities, which may include:
  • Supporting personal goals
  • Facilitating activities that provide people with socialization and connections to the community
  • Engaging participation in recreation, social, and skill-building activities
  • Transporting individuals to appointments, community outings, or other destinations
  • Assisting with activities of daily living, such as, feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, etc.
  • Reinforcing therapies, including speech, behavioral support, and physical therapy
  • Administering medications and other medical treatment as delegated by an HOH nurse
  • Maintaining knowledge of each person's specialized needs
• Ensure each individuals' rights are protected and they are treated with dignity and respect
• Ensure documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner, including but not limited to individual plan data, behavior plan data, community integration logs, assessments, individual funds requests, mileage logs, maintenance requests forms, and supply acquisition forms
• Keep day center interior and exterior clean, organized, and tidy
• Complete all other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to handle a variety of situations and personalities
• Must maintain confidentiality and protect individual rights
• Ability to always project a caring and professional image
• Proven skills in communication, observation, problem solving, and time management
• Ability to work independently in a fast paced, team-oriented environment
• Flexible and willing to adapt to change
• Know the value of communication
• Desire to support people and encourage them to reach goals
• Understand the importance of documentation

Personality Traits:

Empathy. Patience. Understanding. Compassion. Adaptable. Respectful. Dependable. Sound Judgement.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a valid driver's license, a car and auto insurance.
• Must be able to pass all background checks.

Preferred Requirement:

Experience working with behavioral individuals is preferred although we will train you!

Pay:

Starting pay is $16 an hour. We pay more for experience and CNA license.