Direct Support Professional (DSP) - St. Louis County

St. Louis Arc; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Student loan repayment assistance

Job summary

The St. Louis Arc seeks Direct Support Professionals to empower residents in residential/group homes in the St. Louis area. You will assist with daily living skills, support independence, and help maintain a positive environment.

Qualifications include at least 1 year in customer service or human services, a high school diploma, and a valid driver's license with insurance. We offer benefits and loan repayment assistance where eligible.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in customer service, education, medical or human services.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Reliable vehicle with valid driver's license and insurance.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults with daily living skills in residential/group home settings.
• Support independence and self-esteem; teach daily living activities.
• Follow nursing plans including medications and diets with nursing team.
• Document activities and outcomes within deadlines.
• Assist with transportation to activities and appointments.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Independent worker

Caregiving experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer basics

Database software

Job description

Job Details

Description

Be Part of our Circle. We empower people to live their best life. That is our mission—not only to those we serve, but to those we employ. This mutually shared sense of purpose drives our decisions and actions. Come as you are and achieve better lives as part of the St. Louis Arc family of individuals in this vital role.

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) work in our 20+ Group Homes in the St. Louis Area. Schedules vary by home. DSPs earn an hourly rate of $22/hour.

What You Will Do

Empower people to live their best lives by assisting them with daily living skills. Teach skills that increase our residential participants’ independence and self-esteem.

• Assist four to six adult participants residing in our residential or group home with such skills as hygiene, meal preparation, dressing, and maintaining a clean environment.
• Provide general safety oversight according to agency policy and Individualized Support Plans
• Support individuals in all areas of social and emotional well-being (e.g., planning outings and internal activities).
• Collaborate with the nursing team to follow and implement nursing plans (e.g., medications, physical support, and diets).
• Maintain an understanding of all individuals’ plans and appropriate implementation practices.
• Transport individuals to and from activities and appointments.
• Complete required documentation within agency and funding deadlines.

What You Can Expect From Us

We’ll help you help others. You’ll be embraced and uplifted in our inclusive circle of support.

• You’ll have a voice and the autonomy to put into action your ideas for doing your job better—and serve others better.
• Hands‑on leadership that empowers team member innovation.
• Opportunities to learn and grow, plus benefits to support your personal and professional well‑being - such as health insurance, retirement, and time off.
• STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT ASSISTANCE
  • Full-Time hourly direct care staff may be eligible for up to $250 per month paid directly to their student loan vendor. Ask your recruiter for details.

What We Expect Of You

The flexible, respectful individual we see is an innovative and quick thinker with these qualifications:

• At least 1 year of experience in customer service, education, medical or human services—preferably supporting individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Reliable vehicle (4 seat belts and working heating/cooling) and valid driver’s license; valid auto insurance required at time of hire.

We look forward to welcoming someone with the following knowledge and skills:

• Solid judgment, organization, and problem-solving skills—to work with varying personalities and support needs
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work independently, including making critical decisions in emergencies
• Ability to work with varying personalities and support needs
• Basic computer knowledge and ability to navigate database software.

Join our circle.

About St. Louis Arc

The St. Louis Arc is a non-profit organization that provides support and services to more than 4,500 people with intellectual and developmental disabilities each year. Known for the quality of our staff and culture, the St. Louis Arc was recently recognized as one of the Top 3 Best Places to Work in the “Big Companies” category by St. Louis Business Journal.