Direct Support Professional-Multiple Openings

At Hands of Heartland, we believe that people with developmental disabilities are people first. We at Hands of Heartland will always place the person before the program — striving daily to embody the message our name states.

Hands of Heartland is looking for compassionate and caring individuals to work with the people we support as a Direct Support Professional (DSP). We are hiring for multiple DSP positions in Lincoln, NE.

What You’ll Do: Work directly with people with developmental disabilities assisting and supporting them with day to day living activities.  

• Day Center DSP, you will support and assist individuals with planned group-based or individual-focused activities at the day center and in community settings.  
• Residential DSP, you will support and assist individuals with activities in a home environment and in community settings including meal planning, grocery shopping, or household chores.  
• In-Home Support Professional as a DSP, you will support and assist individuals with their day to day living activities in a home environment and in community settings. This includes but is not limited to meal planning, grocery shopping, or household chores. You must display a strong sense of professionalism since you will be going into other people’s homes.

Key Responsibilities for all DSP positions:

• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as hygiene, dressing, mobility, and meal preparation, based on the individual’s level of need. 
• Support the individual in developing and maintaining skills, which could include money management, household chores, self-advocacy, and communication. Based on individual's needs, goals, and support plan.
• Implement goals and objectives from the individual’s person-centered support plan and document progress as required.
• Monitor and promote the individual’s health and well-being while following safety protocols.
• Encourage social interaction and community inclusion through meaningful activities and relationship building.
• This position requires you to transport individuals in a motor vehicle. 

Shifts Needed:  

• Days, Evenings, & Overnights

Skillset Needed for the Job: Ability to work independently in a fast paced, team-oriented environment. Flexible and willing to adapt to change. Know the value of communication. Desire to support people and encourage them to reach goals.  

Personality Traits: Empathy. Patience. Understanding. Compassion. Adaptable. Respectful. Dependable. Sound Judgement. 

Requirements: Must be 18 years old. Must have a valid driver’s license and car insurance. Must be able to pass all background checks. Experience not required. 

Pay: $16 an hour is starting pay. We pay more for experience and if you have a CNA license. Incentives also available. 

If this sounds like you, we would love to talk to you about working at Hands of Heartland. Apply today to make a positive impact on your community.