Direct Support Professional (DSP)- McCook

Hands of Heartland

McCook, NE 69001, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Personal Care

Job Description

At Hands of Heartland, we believe that people with developmental disabilities are people first. We 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 join our team and provide support to the individuals we support as a Direct Support Professional (DSP)/Caregiver in McCook, NE.

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.

Shift & Hours:

We are currently looking for full-time or part-time help.
Opening for evenings with every other weekend required.
Evening shift hours are 4p-12a (midnight).

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. Understand the importance of documentation.

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

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

Pay: $15 to $17 an hour. We pay more for experience and if you have a CNA license. Incentives also available.

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