Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Boone Supported Living•Columbia, MO

18d

About The Position

Boone Supported Living is hiring Direct Support Professionals to help adults with developmental disabilities live more independent and fulfilling lives in Mid-Missouri, including Columbia, Jefferson City, Marshall, and surrounding areas. DSPs provide individualized support based on each person's goals and needs. Paid training is provided, and prior experience is not required. Current openings include evenings, weekends, and limited overnight shifts; day-shift positions are not currently available. The role offers pay up to $18.75 per hour, with opportunities for bonuses and wage increases. This position may suit people beginning a career, changing careers, or studying fields such as occupational therapy, physical therapy, nursing, psychology, social work, education, or human services. The work is described as casual and supportive, with opportunities for career advancement and professional development. Eligible employees receive benefits including a 401(k) with up to a 5% company match, eight paid holidays, free telehealth services, an Employee Assistance Program, a Columbia College tuition discount, and an employee referral bonus. Employees working 31 or more hours per week are also eligible for additional benefits, including employer contributions toward health insurance, employer-paid dental and vision insurance, paid parental leave after one year, disability insurance, life insurance, and other offerings.

Requirements

Valid driver's license.
Reliable personal vehicle available for client transportation.
Current automobile insurance.
High school diploma or GED.
Legal authorization to work in the United States.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to pass the Family Care Safety Registry screening and criminal background check.
Dependability and compassion.

Responsibilities

Assist individuals with daily living activities and community involvement.
Encourage independence while providing compassionate support.
Administer medications after training and in accordance with agency policies.
Document services provided and progress toward individual goals.
Monitor health needs and report changes when necessary.
Follow individualized care plans.
Safely transport individuals to appointments and community activities.
Complete required documentation, mileage logs, incident reports, and other records accurately and on time.

Benefits

401(k) with up to a 5% company match.
Eight paid holidays.
Free telehealth services.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Tuition discount with Columbia College.
Employee referral bonus.
For employees working 31 or more hours per week: employer pays 60% of employee health insurance premiums.
For employees working 31 or more hours per week: 100% employer-paid dental insurance.
For employees working 31 or more hours per week: 100% employer-paid vision insurance.
For employees working 31 or more hours per week: paid membership to a primary healthcare clinic.
For employees working 31 or more hours per week: paid parental leave after one year.
For employees working 31 or more hours per week: short-term and long-term disability insurance.
For employees working 31 or more hours per week: $25,000 employer-paid life insurance policy.
For employees working 31 or more hours per week: payroll advance program.
For employees working 31 or more hours per week: ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
Paid training.
Opportunities for bonuses and wage increases.
Opportunities for career advancement.