Warrensburg - DSP

Behavioral Health Allies•Kansas City, MO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) supports individuals with developmental, behavioral, or medical needs, helping them build independence and participate in meaningful daily activities. After required training, the role works exclusively in residential homes in Warrensburg; candidates must be willing and able to work at those homes. The position offers starting pay of $18 per hour, with final pay based on education, experience, and qualifications, plus premium pay. A retention bonus is available: $1,000 for full-time employees or $500 for part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week, paid half at 90 days and half at 180 days. This safety-sensitive role requires continuous alertness and the ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation. Full-time benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k); HSA; flexible spending account; short- and long-term disability; PTO and sick time accruing from day one; a $100 monthly wellness spending account after 90 days; and access to earned wages through OnDemand Pay.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license meeting transportation requirements: Missouri Class E or an out-of-state equivalent.
Reliability, teamwork, communication, and basic technology skills.
Ability to follow care plans consistently.
Willingness to support individuals with complex needs, accept coaching, and work across Warrensburg homes as needed.
Ability to remain continuously alert and perform essential duties, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Relevant experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide continuous supervision, compassionate care, and active engagement.
Assist with personal care, meals, mobility, and medications as trained.
Follow Individual Support Plans (ISPs), Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), and ABA-based strategies.
Provide transportation for appointments and community activities.
Maintain a clean, safe home and complete timely documentation.
Communicate care needs with teammates and clinicians.
Respond calmly during crises and promptly address or escalate safety concerns.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k).
Health Savings Account (HSA).
Flexible Spending Account.
Short-term and long-term disability.
PTO and sick time accrue beginning on day one.
$100 monthly wellness spending account after 90 days.
OnDemand Pay access to earned wages.
Retention bonus of $1,000 for full-time employees or $500 for part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week, paid half at 90 days and half at 180 days.
Premium pay.