Direct Support Professional- West Point Area- Multiple Openings! chez Hands of Heartland

At Hands of Heartland, we believe that people with developmental disabilities are people first. We at Hands of Heartland will always place the person before the program — striving daily to embody the message our name states.

Hands of Heartland is looking for compassionate and caring individuals to work with the people we support as a Direct Support Professional (DSP). We are hiring for multiple DSP positions in the West Point area!

What You’ll Do: In general you will work directly with people with developmental disabilities assisting and supporting them with day to day living activities. 

Hiring for Multiple DSP Positions:

• Day Center DSP, you will support and assist individuals with developmental disabilities with planned group-based or individual-focused activities at the day center and in community settings.   
  
• Independent Living Support DSP, you will support and assist individuals with developmental disabilities, providing compassionate and respectful assistance to help them live as independently as possible. You must display a strong sense of professionalism as you may be going into other people’s homes in this position depending on the person's needs.
• Intermittent Services DSP, you will support and assist individuals with developmental disabilities with day to day living activities intermittently. You will support individuals with various activities in a home environment and in community settings. You must display a strong sense of professionalism as you may be going into other people’s homes in this position depending on the person's needs.
• Supported Family Living or In-Home Support DSP, you will support and assist individuals with developmental disabilities with their day to day living activities. You will support individuals with various activities in a home environment and in community settings. You must display a strong sense of professionalism as you will be going into other people’s homes in this position.
• Job Coach DSP, you will support and assist individuals with developmental disabilities in a variety of job settings to ensure they have meaningful employment. As a Job Coach you will assist individuals on the job and communicate with employers in a professional manner. 

Key Responsibilities for all DSP positions:

• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as hygiene, dressing, mobility, and meal preparation, based on the individual’s level of need. 
• Support the individual in developing and maintaining skills, which could include money management, household chores, self-advocacy, and communication. Based on individual's needs, goals, and support plan.
• Implement goals and objectives from the individual’s person-centered support plan and document progress as required.
• Monitor and promote the individual’s health and well-being while following safety protocols. Ensure individuals are treated with dignity and respect at all times. 
• Encourage social interaction and community inclusion through meaningful activities and relationship building.
• This position requires you to transport individuals in a motor vehicle. 

Shifts Needed:  

• Days or Evenings with every other weekend required. 

Skillset Needed for the Job: Ability to work independently in a fast paced, team-oriented environment. Flexible and willing to adapt to change. Know the value of communication. Desire to support people and encourage them to reach goals.  

Personality Traits: Empathy. Patience. Understanding. Compassion. Adaptable. Respectful. Dependable. Sound Judgement. 

Requirements: Must be 18 years old. Must have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance. Must be able to pass all background checks. Experience not required. 

Pay: $16 per hour is starting pay. We pay more for experience and if you have a CNA license. Incentives also available. NEW! We now offer for CNAs to earn CEUs while working as a DSP (thanks to the Nebraska CNA bill we helped champion!)

If this sounds like you, we would love to talk to you about working at Hands of Heartland. Apply today to make a positive impact on your community.