Direct Support Professional — Transforming Youth Lives

Heartspring; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartspring in Wichita, KS seeks compassionate Direct Support Professionals to provide care, support, and skill development for students with developmental and behavioral disabilities in a residential group home setting.

You will help students build communication, self-help, social, and independent living skills, working one-on-one and in small groups to achieve individualized goals in a safe, nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, dependable nature is essential.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, families and team members.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, clean, structured, and nurturing residential environment for children and young adults.
• Support students in developing communication, self-help, social, and independent living skills.
• Work one-on-one and in small groups to help students achieve individualized goals.
• Provide encouragement through positive reinforcement and meaningful interactions.
• Assist students with daily routines, personal care, meal preparation, dining, and household activities as needed.
• Prepare and serve meals following dietary restrictions and individualized programming.
• Maintain student belongings and ensure living areas remain clean, organized, and welcoming.
• Implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Student Support Plans (SSPs), and individualized therapeutic programming.
• Utilize Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) techniques when necessary to safely respond to behavioral challenges.
• Support students using trauma-informed, person-centered, and positive behavior support practices.
• Complete accurate documentation regarding student progress, behaviors, and daily activities.
• Report health concerns, incidents, and unusual events according to Heartspring policies and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate effectively with families, supervisors, teachers, therapists, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Escort students to community outings, healthcare appointments, recreational activities, and special events.
• Assist in emergency procedures when necessary.
• Welcome and mentor new Direct Support Professionals.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the success of students and the residential program.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Communication

Patience

Teamwork

Job description

Heartspring in Wichita, KS seeks compassionate Direct Support Professionals to provide care, support, and skill development for students with developmental and behavioral disabilities in a residential group home setting.

You will help students build communication, self-help, social, and independent living skills, working one-on-one and in small groups to achieve individualized goals in a safe, nurturing environment.