What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional - Retirement Program position at Cottonwood, Inc.?
Day Direct Support Professional - Retirement Program
Where your support helps others live their best life.
Cottonwood is seeking a compassionate and dependable Retirement DSP I to support individuals with disabilities in our Retirement Enrichment Services program. In this role, you’ll help individuals achieve personal goals, build independence, and stay engaged in meaningful community activities.
This is an entry-level position ideal for someone who is passionate about helping others and interested in learning person-centered support practices.
What You’ll Do
- Support individuals in reaching personal goals and track progress
- Assist with personal care needs (meals, hygiene, health support)
- Provide transportation to community activities and appointments
- Encourage social connections and community participation
- Participate in person-centered support planning
- Respond to medical or behavioral needs as they arise
- Maintain accurate documentation and time records
- Help create a positive, respectful, and engaging environment
- Perform other duties as needed
What We’re Looking For
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 0–2 years of experience preferred (not required)
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
- Strong communication and basic computer skills
- Ability to support individuals with daily living activities
- Patience, compassion, and a team-oriented mindset
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Active, hands-on role supporting individuals in both indoor and outdoor settings
- Regular movement, including lifting, transferring, and assisting individuals
- Ability to stand for extended periods and respond in emergency situations
Why Join Cottonwood?
- Make a meaningful difference in people’s lives every day
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunities to learn and grow in human services
What will you do when you’re a DSP?
DSPs help people with disabilities live their best lives.
Why choose Cottonwood?
Our employees love working here—and as a result our clients love our employees.
Here are just a few of the benefits we offer:
- Employee- and Family-friendly management style
- Paid holidays and paid vacation
- Sick leave, bereavement leave, personal time and more
- Health, Dental and Vision insurance
- Life insurance and workers compensation insurance
- Disability insurance for qualified employees
- Employee Assistance Program
- Matched retirement plans
- Voluntary insurance options and health spending plans
- Discounted health club membership with Genesis health clubs
- Discounted tickets to area attractions
Cottonwood provides a welcoming work experience that will:
- Broaden your appreciation for the diversity of our fellow community members
- Let you use your problem-solving and organizational skills
- Provide numerous teamwork and collaboration opportunities, and more.
Cottonwood employment also ties in directly with many fields of study: social work, speech/language pathology, healthcare, etc…
But here’s the #1 reason to work at Cottonwood—every day, you’ll be changing lives.
What we need from you:
- High school degree or GED
- 18 or older
- Must pass background check and drug screen
- Must have a driver’s license and a driving record acceptable to Cottonwood’s insurance carrier.
- Must be physically able to evacuate individuals in the event of an emergency and be willing and able to intervene in the event of a physical conflict.
Experience in the field is preferred.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Ready to get started?
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.32 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16