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DSP-Direct Support Professional

Child Adult Resource Services
Lafayette, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 10/18/2025 CLOSED ON 12/17/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSP-Direct Support Professional position at Child Adult Resource Services?

The Direct Support Professional is responsible for supporting and assisting with the daily activities. This is an inclusive, mentor-based position to teach life skills to individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities in home setting.

Applicants need to have positive energy, role-modeling skills, and be able to perform in a creative environment. Candidates should be flexible with changes in routine, work well as part of a team, and have a passion for helping others. Experience working with MR/DD – preferred but not required Experience in supervising, assisting, training people with disabilities in daily living activities (or) supervising learning activities of any age group is preferred but not required.

This is a true opportunity to connect with others in a meaningful way!

High school diploma/GED required. Must have no criminal history, and an insurable driving record. Great pay and benefits and paid training is provided!

CARS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Paid orientation
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $18

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