Direct Support Professional (Part-Time)

Human Service Agency; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 11,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Paid Training

Career Development

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Referral Bonus Program

Annual Company Picnic & Team Events

Flexible Scheduling Options

Wireless Plan Discounts

Job summary

New Horizons is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Watertown, SD to support people with disabilities in their home, work, or day services. Part-time role requiring 12–24 hours per week with a weekend shift every other weekend.

Hourly pay ranges from $17.76 to $18.78, with weekend premiums and a comprehensive benefits package including training, 401(k), PTO, and more. Flexible scheduling and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver's License and safe driving record.
• Successful completion of criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist and ensure meals are prepared to nutritional requirements.
• Maintain safety and security of people served.
• Coordinate necessary shopping activities.
• Ensure household maintenance is completed.
• Transport people to activities and appointments.
• Staff programs to assess needs and develop the service plan.
• Monitor crisis situations and adjust supports accordingly.
• Support people served in daily activities including personal care and finances.

Skills

Meal preparation

Safety awareness

Transportation coordination

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Watertown, SD 57201Position Type: Part TimeDescription of Position: The mission of New Horizons is to support people to achieve self-reliance, exercise control over their lives and realize their dreams and desires. The Direct Support Professional is to support people with disabilities in their home, place of employment, or day services.

Position Details

Part-Time Position – Approximately 12–24 Hours/Week

Looking for a flexible opportunity? Our part-time Direct Support Professionals provide meaningful support while having the flexibility to pick up additional shifts when available.

• Work approximately 12–24hours per week
• Must be available to work at least one full 12-hour Saturday or Sunday shift every other weekend
• Additional weekday/weeknight shifts are available for employees who would like to pick up extra hours
• Shifts may include 8:00 or 9:00 AM to 8:00 or 9:00 PM or 8:00 or 9:00 PM to 8:00 or 9:00 AM, depending on the schedule and staffing needs

Competitive Pay: $17.76–$18.78/hr

Weekend Premium: Earn 1.5× your rate on Saturdays and Sundays — up to $28.17/hr!

We invest in our team and offer a comprehensive, people-first benefits package, including:

• Sign-On Bonus
• Paid Training with ongoing support
• Career Development & Advancement Opportunities
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Referral Bonus Program
• Annual Company Picnic & Team Events
• Anniversary Incentives
• Flexible Scheduling Options
• Wireless Plan Discounts (AT&T, T-Mobile & Verizon)
• And more!

Job Knowledge and Comprehension

• Assists and ensures that meals are prepared and nutritional requirements are met.
• Maintains security and safety of people we serve.
• Coordinates necessary shopping activities.
• Ensures maintenance on household is complete.
• Transportation of people supported to activities and appointments.
• Staff is knowledgeable of assessment and processes used to discover the needs, preferences, and capabilities of the persons supported and how that information is used in development and review of the service plan.
• Monitors crisis situations, discusses incident with authorized staff and people supported. Adjusts supports to individual preferences and helps maintain a safe environment and complies with regulations for reporting.
• Supports and assists person served in all areas of their daily life, including, but not limited to preferred activities, personal appearance, grocery shopping, home cleaning, communication styles, personal hygiene, finances, and laundry.

Physical Requirements

Lifting requirements may exceed 50 lbs. during medical emergency situations and/or behavior support. Other physical activities include transferring people we support to and from wheelchairs/beds/toilets, making beds, pushing wheelchairs, carrying groceries, vacuuming, housekeeping, sweeping, and laundry. Job requires bending, stooping, climbing stairs, pushing/pulling, and driving a vehicle.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Drivers License and safe driving record.
• Successful completion of criminal background check.

The Board of Directors of the Human Service Agency shall have the prerogative to hire staff whose qualifications may vary from the above. This position requires access to Electronic Personal Health Information (EPHI). Current HSA Policies and Procedures apply. It is the responsibility of the employee to read, understand, and comply with HSA policies and procedures that apply to protected information and security. Questions about EPHI and HSA Policies should be directed to the HSA Security Officer. Services provided by HSA will be welcoming, accessible, integrated, and responsive to the complex needs of people with co-occurring disorders/conditions.