Direct Support Professional-Kearney

Hands of Heartland; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Hands of Heartland in Kearney, NE is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to provide supportive services in home and community settings. You will assist individuals with daily living activities, habilitation, and skill-building to promote meaningful, person-centered lives.

We offer flexible full‑time or part‑time evening shifts (3 PM–11 PM) with every other weekend required; no prior experience needed as training is provided, and driver’s license with auto insurance are

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must pass all required background checks.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Experience not required – we will train you!

Responsibilities

• Work directly with individuals with developmental disabilities in various settings to ensure a meaningful life.
• Assist individuals with day-to-day living activities and developing skills in home and community settings.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Documentation

Independence

Flexibility

Teamwork

Reliability

Job description

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Full Time Professional Kearney, NE, US

22 days ago Requisition ID: 1960

Salary Range: $16.25 To $17.00 Hourly

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 in various settings such as their home and the community. You will support individuals with activities, habilitation, and daily living activities in Kearney, NE.

What You’ll Do:

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 home environment and in community settings.

Shift Need and Hours:

• Full-time or Part-time hours available.
• Evenings with every other weekend required. Evening shift is 3p-11p.
• Flexible scheduling for all shifts is also available as hours for in-home support vary based on individual's needs.
• Every other weekend is required for all shifts.

Skillset Needed for the Job:

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 be able to pass all required background checks. Must have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance. Experience not required – we will train you!

Pay range:

$16.25- $17 an hour. We pay more for direct experience and holding an active Nebraska CNA license!