Direct Support Professional-$1000 Hiring Bonus
About The Position
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at LSS, you will provide person-centered care to people with identified needs as they pursue their hopes, dreams, and goals. The role involves building meaningful relationships and providing guidance, encouragement, and support. You will assist with daily living activities, promote community involvement and independent living skills, advocate for the people you support, monitor their health and well-being, and complete documentation and required training. The position is based in a residential group home setting supporting up to four people with identified needs. The team is described as collaborative and mission-driven, with a focus on dignity, respect, and inclusion. Listed shifts include Wednesday 4–8, Thursday 3–9, Saturday/Sunday 10–10, Wednesday 4–8; Saturday/Sunday 8–4, Thursday/Friday 4–10, and Wednesday/Thursday/Friday 4–10. Pay is $16.00 per hour, with an opportunity to obtain a wage increase to $16.50 per hour after six months of consistent employment. A $1,000 hiring bonus is offered to eligible hires. To qualify for the bonus, employees must work at least 40% FTE, stay current on all trainings, maintain employment in good standing, and work all scheduled shifts. No prior experience or formal education is required; LSS provides training and support. The role may suit caregivers, PCAs, homemakers, home care providers, resident assistants, or others interested in helping people. It can also provide a starting point for careers in social work, nursing, healthcare, human services, psychology, and nonprofits.
Requirements
- A genuine desire to help others and passion for person-centered support.
- No prior experience or formal education is required.
- 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 safe driving record, and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Check.
- Ability to pass a DHS background check.
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
- $1,000 hiring bonus for eligible employees.
- Opportunity to obtain a wage increase 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.
- Medical, dental, life, vision, 403(b) plan with a match, and other ancillary plans for team members working 30 or more hours per week.
- Generous paid time off plan, including paid holidays and float days.
- Paid training during orientation and throughout employment.
- Opportunities for career growth within LSS's more than 20 services.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
