DSP Every Other Weekend: $1500 Hiring Bonus!
About The Position
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at LSS, you will support people with identified needs as they pursue their hopes, dreams, and goals through person-centered care. The role is based in a residential group home supporting up to four people and involves building relationships, helping with daily living, promoting community involvement and independent living, and advocating for the people served. The position offers $16.00 per hour, with an opportunity to increase to $16.50 per hour after six months of consistent employment. A $1,500 hiring bonus is available to eligible team members. Twelve-hour shifts are available. To qualify for the hiring bonus, team members must work at least 40% FTE, remain current on all trainings, maintain employment in good standing, and work all scheduled shifts. LSS describes its team as collaborative and mission-driven, with a focus on dignity, respect, and inclusion. Paid training is provided during orientation and throughout employment, and career growth opportunities are available across LSS’s more than 20 services.
Requirements
- No prior experience or formal education is required; training and support are provided.
- Comfort with basic computer use for documenting care and communicating with the team.
- Ability to read and write in English.
- Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record; must be able to pass a Motor Vehicle Check.
- Ability to pass a DHS background check.
- For hiring-bonus eligibility: work at least 40% FTE, remain up to date on all trainings, maintain employment in good standing, and work all scheduled shifts.
Nice To Haves
- A passion for supporting people with identified needs through person-centered care.
- Experience as a caregiver, PCA, homemaker, home care provider, or resident assistant may be relevant; the role is also presented as a starting point for careers in social work, nursing, healthcare, human services, psychology, and nonprofits.
Responsibilities
- Build meaningful relationships while providing guidance, encouragement, and support.
- Assist with daily living activities, including personal care, hygiene, meals, household support and cleaning, and transportation.
- Support community involvement, social connections, and independent living skills.
- Advocate for the rights, needs, and preferences of people with identified needs.
- Monitor health and well-being and report changes as needed.
- Complete required documentation and participate in training and team meetings.
Benefits
- $1,500 hiring bonus for eligible team members.
- Opportunity to increase pay from $16.00 to $16.50 per hour after six months of consistent employment.
- Childcare assistance.
- Discounts on events and services.
- Team member assistance program.
- Financial counselling.
- Wellness program.
- UKG Wallet access to payroll dollars before payday.
- For team members working 30 or more hours per week: medical, dental, life, and vision coverage; a 403(b) plan with a match; and other ancillary plans.
- Generous paid time off, including paid holidays and float days.
- Paid training during orientation and throughout employment.
- Career growth opportunities across more than 20 LSS services.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
