Direct Support Specialist: Empower Growth & Independence

Valley Behavioral Health; Murray (UT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonuses

Health insurance and benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Valley Behavioral Health's Adult Ability Center in Murray, Utah is seeking Direct Support Professionals to help adults with autism and developmental disabilities build independence, confidence, and meaningful life experiences through person-centered, respectful support.

Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm, with pay starting at $17.00/hour plus quarterly bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package (health/dental/vision, 401(k), paid time off).

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Understand each individual’s strengths, interests, and aspirations, while working alongside them and their families to create meaningful goals for growth and lifelong learning.
• Use creativity, encouragement, and hands-on coaching to teach life skills, social skills, and workplace readiness.
• Teach and encourage job readiness and workplace skills through hands-on learning, coaching, and positive reinforcement.
• Assist individuals with daily living activities, including personal care, hygiene, mealtime support, and building independent self-care routines.
• Collaborate with a caring, multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality support and create positive outcomes for the people we serve.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Valley Behavioral Health's Adult Ability Center in Murray, Utah is seeking Direct Support Professionals to help adults with autism and developmental disabilities build independence, confidence, and meaningful life experiences through person-centered, respectful support.

Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm, with pay starting at $17.00/hour plus quarterly bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package (health/dental/vision, 401(k), paid time off).