Direct Support Professional - Northern, NE

Integrated Life Choices; Bloomfield (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Integrated Life Choices in Bloomfield, NE, seeks a dedicated Direct Support Professional to provide essential support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This full-time position emphasizes helping individuals achieve their hopes and dreams while promoting inclusion and independence.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and the ability to document support efficiently. The role is empowering and enriching, with various benefits such as health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Ability to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Documentation at the end of each shift is required.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to individuals with disabilities.
• Maintain engagement with the people you are supporting.
• Encourage self-advocacy and independence.

Skills

Support individuals with disabilities

Documentation

Positive support programs

Interpersonal skills

Transportation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Bloomfield, NE 68718
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: High School
Job Shift: Any

Overview

At Integrated Life Choices, we are a proud 100% employee‑owned organization committed to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We aim to provide exceptional support that fosters independence, inclusion, and personal growth. As an employee‑owned company, every team member plays a vital role in our success, ensuring that our workplace is collaborative, innovative, and supportive. We hope you will consider joining us as an employee owner.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a variety of settings to ensure they have a meaningful life.
• Work with individuals to support them in achieving their hopes and dreams.
• Maintain consistent engagement with the people you are supporting, whether at home or in the community.
• Work independently, create safe environments, and provide accurate documentation for the support provided during every shift.
• Support people in understanding and exercising their rights.
• Encourage people to live a fulfilling life as independently as possible through self‑advocacy.
• Provide the best person‑centered supports to meet people’s needs throughout their lives.
• Support and encourage positive interactions.
• Improve social connections and relationships.
• Provide transportation for those you are supporting.
• Teach skills to improve a person’s life.
• Support and encourage participation in groups or organizations in line with a person’s personal interests to meet recreational and social needs.
• Utilize Positive Support Programs to guide daily interactions.
• Support a person with personal hygiene and medical‑related needs, including medication administration.
• Provide documentation at the end of each shift.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Supplemental insurance offerings
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Working Conditions

This work can be physically demanding in some situations. Some physical work examples could be but are not limited to:

• Intervening in aggressive situations and/or physically demanding responsibilities.
• Supporting with lifting individuals to and from wheelchairs.
• Supporting a person to and from a shower.
• Using a gait belt in a safe and dignified way.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED.

Background Checks

• Nebraska Child/Adult Protective Services Central Registry check.
• Criminal background check.

Certificates and Licenses

• Valid driver's license and auto insurance.

Vehicle Requirements

Providing transportation for the people we support is an essential function of the DSP position. ILC requires all DSPs to have a reliable vehicle at every shift.