Paid Overnight Direct Support: Work 3 days, get 4 days off

starkey; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Referral bonus up to $500

Paid time off

8 paid holidays

CNA/CMA certification assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Emergency financial help

Anniversary gifts

YMCA membership discounts

Healthcare benefits

Flexible spending account

Dependent care

Job summary

Starkey in Wichita, Kansas, is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with disabilities in a group home setting. You will support daily living, help with personal care, and encourage participation in activities to help clients reach their full potential.

The role offers on-the-job training, opportunities for advancement, and a benefits package. Interviews are held at the open session in Wichita, KS.

Qualifications

• Must have proof of education (High School Diploma, GED, and/or Work-Keys Bronze Certificate).
• Be at least 18 years old.
• Valid Driver's License for a minimum of two years with a good driving record.
• Availability for 2-4 weeks of training M-F 8:30am-5:00pm.
• OPTIONAL: ASL (American Sign Language) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals diagnosed with a disability in a group home setting.
• Teach, learn and interact with our persons served to help them reach their full potential.
• Perform or assist individuals served with personal hygiene and basic household duties.

Education

High School Diploma, GED, and/or Work-Keys Bronze Certificate

Job description

How you will make a difference as a Direct Support Professional

• Support individuals diagnosed with a disability in a group home setting.
• Teach, learn and interact with our persons served to help them reach their full potential.
• Perform or assist individuals served with personal hygiene and basic household duties.

See Why Employees Love Working At Starkey!

• You may get to participate in interactive activities such as local sporting events, botanica gardens, holiday parties, etc.

"I've never enjoyed going to a job like I do Starkey." Rushia, Behavior Support Assistant Supervisor.

"If you want a rewarding job, this is the place." Mike, Behavior Support Specialist.

Benefits for your wallet

• Paid on-the-job training
• Paid Referral Bonus up to $500!
• Paid Time Off (First year, 13 days; years 2-4, 16 days)
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Assistance with obtaining CNA/CMA certification
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Financial help for emergencies
• Anniversary gifts and employee prizes

Pay Rates

$16.75 Weekday Hours ($7.75 during sleep hours 12a-6a)

$17.75 Weekend Hours ($8.75 during sleep hours 12a-6a)

Paid Overnight "Get Paid to Sleep" from 12a-6a

*During sleep hours, you may still be required to provide assistance to clients personal care needs.

Schedules Available

• Tues-Fri
• Sun-Tues
• Fri-Sun (You are at the group home for the entire weekend)

Benefits for your well-being

• Access to mental health support and other resources through our employee assistance program
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending and Dependent Care
• Opportunities for promotion
• Flexible work schedules
• Discounted YMCA Memberships

Come Join Us for Our Open Interviews on Tuesdays from 10:00am-2:00pm!

• Same day interviews at our HR and Training building: 8428 W. 13th St. Ste.120, Wichita, Kansas 67212

Requirements for a Direct Support Professional role

• Must have proof of education (High School Diploma, GED, and/or Work-Keys Bronze Certificate)
• Be at least 18 years old
• Valid Driver's License for a minimum of two years with a good driving record.
• Availability for 2-4 weeks of training M-F 8:30am-5:00pm
• OPTIONAL: ASL (American Sign Language) preferred.

This is not a complete job description. A complete job description is available upon request.

EOE

Starkey is an affiliate provider of the Sedgwick County Developmental Disability Organization, licensed by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services, has programs accredited by CARF International, and is a member of InterHab, ANCOR and the Nonprofit Chamber of Service.