Direct Support Professional - Residential

OCCK, Inc.; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly pay with direct deposit

Paid holidays

Personal leave

Sick leave

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid training

Job summary

OCCK, Inc. in Salina, KS is seeking a Direct Support Professional for residential services. The role emphasizes helping people with daily living, community participation, and skill-building to promote independence. Training is provided, with weekend and overnight shift availability.

The position offers benefits including paid training, holidays, personal and sick leave, and insurance options. A supportive team culture and a long-standing nonprofit mission underscore the workplace.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Basic math skills required.
• Proven work history is required.
• Ability to work with a diverse group in a team setting.
• Availability to work various shifts.
• One year in human services preferred.
• High school diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living and community participation.
• Encourage independence, self-advocacy, and inclusion.
• Assist with routines, personal care, cooking, and activities.
• Create opportunities for people to thrive at home, work, and in the community.

Skills

Teamwork

Flexible shifts

Communication skills

Caregiving experience (helpful)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional - Residential

Locations

Showing 1 location

Salina, KS 67401, USA

• On-site
• Social Services
• Full-Time

Description

What We Offer:

• Bi-weekly pay with direct deposit
• Paid holidays, personal leave, and sick leave*
• Additional compensation for working on holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options*
• Paid training that prepares you for success

*based on eligibility

What You’ll Do:

• Partner with people to support daily living and community participation
• Encourage skills that promote independence, self-advocacy, and inclusion
• Provide support with routines, personal care, cooking, and activities that build confidence
• Create opportunities for people to thrive at home, at work, and in their community

Why Choose OCCK?

• A trusted nonprofit with over 50 years of impact in North Central Kansas
• A team culture rooted in kindness, collaboration, and respect
• A career that goes beyond “a job” to truly make a difference every day

What We’re Looking For:

• Team players ready to work flexible shifts and connect with people
• Caregiving experience is helpful, but not required - we provide training!
• Availability to work at least one weekend and one overnight shift

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills
• Must have basic math skills
• Must have a proven work history
• Must have the ability to work with a diverse group of people in a team setting
• Must be available to work various shifts
• Must meet the eligibility requirements of the auto insurance company providing coverage for OCCK vehicles
• One year working in the field of human services preferred
• A high school diploma or GED is required

Equal Opportunity Employer

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