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Direct Support Professional

Choices of St. Joseph
Saint Joseph, MO Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 10/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/11/2027

Now hiring full and part time Direct Support Professionals to support (caretaker) intellectually disabled adults in our residential facilities throughout the Saint Joseph area. Duties include: light housekeeping, cooking basic meals, passing medications, assisting individuals with all areas of daily activity, and transporting individuals throughout the community. Compensation starts at $18.00 per hour, $19.00 per hour on weekends, plus mileage reimbursement when transporting and, annual retention bonuses. Must be caring, reliable, and able to think on their feet. Must possess a high school diploma or GED and must be able to pass a background check. A valid driver's license, and vehicle with insurance is required.

No experience necessary, we will provide all the required paid training.

Full time employees receive paid time off-

-8 paid holidays per year

-6 personal leave days per year

-One week of paid vacation upon completion of one year of employment / two weeks upon completion of two years

Full time employees can purchase group health insurance, dental and, vision insurance upon completion of a probationary period.

Upon eligibility, full and part time employees may participate in our 401k retirement plan with an employer match contribution.

Thank you for your interest in joining Choices! Due to the volume of applications, we’re unable to provide individual updates. We’ll contact candidates selected for interviews directly.

-$18.00 an hour to start and benefit eligibility upon completion of a 90-day probationary period

-Mileage compensation

-Group Health Insurance options

-Paid training

-Paid personal time, holidays, and vacation

-401k with an employer match

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License and Car insurance (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $19

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