Direct Support Professional - Paid Training & Growth Path

Hireology, Inc.; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick time

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401(k) match

Paid training

Job summary

Developmental Options is a private non-profit serving the Pocatello area. We are looking for a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join the team and help residents build independence, participate in the community, and support daily routines. Training is paid, and pay increases occur at 6, 12, and 18 months.

Schedule includes part-time 16–24 hours per week with potential for full-time on request. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, behavioral supports, safety

Qualifications

• Age 18 or older.
• Ability to pass a Health and Welfare background check and a drug screen.
• Ability to complete paid training classes within 90 days of hire.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to lift or move 50 pounds.
• To drive for the company: age 21 or older, clean driving record, and valid insurance.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily living: cooking, cleaning, laundry, grooming, and self-administration of medication.
• Carry out behavioral supports and help residents access the community.
• Use safety procedures and equipment (gait belts, gloves, masks, seat belts) and make sure others do too.
• Advocate for residents’ rights, dignity, and privacy.
• Report suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, or mistreatment immediately. If in doubt, report.
• Notify a supervisor right away of any condition that could create an unsafe situation (injury, illness, intoxication).

Job description

Developmental Options is a private non-profit serving the Pocatello area. We are looking for a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join the team and help residents build independence, participate in the community, and support daily routines. Training is paid, and pay increases occur at 6, 12, and 18 months.

Schedule includes part-time 16–24 hours per week with potential for full-time on request. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, behavioral supports, safety