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Bolivar | Direct Support Professional

The Arc Of The Ozarks
Bolivar, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 5/1/2024
Are you interested in joining a rewarding non-profit career field with opportunities to make a difference in your community? The Arc invites you to join our team of value-driven and independent professionals. Help us fulfill our mission to support individuals with disabilities in enhancing the quality of their lives!


If we didn’t get your attention yet - The Arc of the Ozarks offers a $1000 sign on bonus plus competitive pay and benefits.

What is this job all about?

The Direct Support Professional is the bridge between people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their communities. You will encourage and mentor individuals by supporting them in maximizing their full potential. The DSP role is involved in providing supports to all aspects of individuals life activities. Support may include daily life skills of cooking, cleaning, hygiene, medication administration, behavioral care, and community participation. If you have the passion to help empower individuals lives - apply now!

That’s nice, but what will I actually be doing?

A direct support professional is both a mentor and a coach. In this position you will be working hands on with our clients to provide guidance and suggestions to empower their Independence. You will do this by:

  • Educating clients on skills such as personal hygiene, cooking, grocery shopping, cleaning, and other activities of daily living.
  • Exploring various community businesses and social activities with your clients while supporting their employment, household, and personal goals.
  • Work hand in hand with your team to plan and advocate for your clients

Here’s a little more:

  • Excellent opportunities for growth and promotion within the organization.
  • Mileage reimbursement for use of personal vehicle for client activities.
  • Wage starting at $20.00 per hour with annual wage increases based on performance – experience-based pay rates available.

Sound like you? Click on the link to apply now!

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