Direct Support Professional- West Point-$500 HIRING BONUS!

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 residential DSP positions in the West Point area! $500 HIRING BONUS!

What You’ll Do: Work directly with individuals with developmental disabilities in a variety of settings to ensure they have a meaningful life. As a DSP you will assist individuals with day to day living activities and developing skills in a home environment and in community settings.

Key Responsibilities for DSP position:

• 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. 

Shift Hours and Need:

• Full or part time hours available with every other weekend required. 
•  Hours will be 3p-11p and 11p-7a Monday through Friday with every other weekend required.
  • The weekend shift hours available are the following:
    • 7a-3p
    • 10a-6p
    • 3p-11p
    • 11p-7p
• Flexible scheduling is available.
• 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 at least 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: 

• $500 hiring bonus! First half paid out after first 30 days and second half paid out after 60 days of employment. 
• Starting pay is based upon shift and location. Pay range is $16 to $18 per hour. 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.