Direct Support Professional- Kearney- Multiple Positions!

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

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Dental, Vision, Health Insurance withF

Life Insurance

CEUs for CNA license

Job summary

Hands of Heartland is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals in Kearney, NE to assist individuals with developmental disabilities in day centers, homes, and community settings. You will support daily living activities, skill development, and meaningful engagement in various settings.

Qualifications include being 18+, a valid driver’s license with auto insurance, and ability to pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Must be able to pass all background checks.
• Experience not required – training provided.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with individuals with developmental disabilities to ensure a meaningful life.
• Assist with day-to-day living activities and developing skills in various settings (day center, home, community).
• Support individuals in habilitation and daily living activities, promoting independence and goals.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Documentation

Adaptability

Dependable

Sound judgement

Job description

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Direct Support Professional- Kearney- Multiple Positions!

Full Time Professional Kearney, NE, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 1982

Salary Range: $16.00 To $17.00 Annually

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 day center, 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 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 variety of settings such as at the day center, in the community, and their home environment.

Shift Need and Hours

• Full-time or part-time hours are available.
• Day shift is 7a-3p.
• Evening shift is 3p-11p.
• Every other weekend is required for all shifts.
• Flexible scheduling for all shifts is also available as hours for in-home support vary based on individual's needs.

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

Pay

• Pay range is $16-$17 per hour.
• We pay more for direct experience and holding an active Nebraska CNA license!
• We also offer CEU's for anyone with a current CNA license to keep your license active while you do meaningful and life transforming work as a DSP!

Benefits for FT employees

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dental, Vision, and Health Insurance with FSA option
• Life Insurance
• Plus many more benefits!