Direct Support Professional, 3rd Shift

Heartspring Inc•Wichita, KS

22h•$16 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Heartspring is seeking compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professionals to provide care, support, and skill development for children and young adults with developmental, intellectual, and behavioral disabilities in a residential group home setting. This is a full-time overnight position in Wichita, Kansas. The schedule is either Monday–Friday from 10:30 p.m. to 8:30 a.m. or Friday–Monday from 10:30 p.m. to 8:30 a.m. The role provides a safe, clean, structured, and nurturing environment; supports students' communication, self-help, social, and independent living skills; and assists with personal care, daily routines, meals, and household activities. Direct Support Professionals implement individualized education and support plans, use trauma-informed and person-centered practices, and apply Nonviolent Crisis Intervention techniques when needed. They document student progress and activities, communicate with families and interdisciplinary colleagues, accompany students to community activities and appointments, assist with emergencies, and help mentor new staff. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and successfully complete orientation, required training, and pre-employment screening. Relevant experience is preferred but not required. The position requires frequent movement and the ability to assist students physically, respond to emergencies, and safely perform approved crisis intervention techniques.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Successfully complete Heartspring orientation and required training, including Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI).
Successfully complete fingerprinting, state and federal background checks, a drug screen, a physical examination, and reference verification before beginning employment.
Demonstrate compassion, patience, and a desire to help others succeed.
Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrate dependability and professionalism.
Remain calm during challenging situations.
Be able to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Have basic computer and documentation skills.
Commit to providing safe, person-centered care.
Meet the physical requirements, including frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, assisting students with daily activities, lifting and transferring students as needed, performing approved crisis intervention techniques, and responding quickly during emergencies.
Follow established safety procedures when occasionally exposed to bodily fluids and other situations common in healthcare and residential settings.

Nice To Haves

Experience in direct support, caregiving, residential care, youth services, behavioral health, education, healthcare, mental health, social services, or human services is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide a safe, clean, structured, and nurturing residential environment for children and young adults.
Support students in developing communication, self-help, social, and independent living skills.
Work one-on-one and in small groups to help students achieve individualized goals.
Encourage students through positive reinforcement and meaningful interactions.
Assist with daily routines, personal care, meal preparation, dining, and household activities as needed.
Prepare and serve meals while following dietary restrictions and individualized programming.
Maintain student belongings and keep living areas clean, organized, and welcoming.
Implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Student Support Plans (SSPs), and individualized therapeutic programming.
Use Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) techniques when necessary to respond safely to behavioral challenges.
Support students using trauma-informed, person-centered, and positive behavior support practices.
Document student progress, behaviors, and daily activities accurately.
Report health concerns, incidents, and unusual events according to Heartspring policies and regulatory requirements.
Communicate with families, supervisors, teachers, therapists, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members.
Escort students to community outings, healthcare appointments, recreational activities, and special events.
Assist with emergency procedures when necessary.
Welcome and mentor new Direct Support Professionals.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support students and the residential program.