Direct Support Professional - 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 12‑Hour Shifts Available

We are all equally human. Join us.

All Shifts Available | 8‑hr & 12‑hr Shifts | Behavioral Experience Preferred

Opportunities available at several Grand Rapids and Greater Grand Rapids sites

We are all equally human. Join us.

At Hope Network, more than 2,800 dedicated team members across 280 locations help create powerful comebacks for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (IDD) and mental health needs. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you’ll provide essential hands-on support that empowers people to live meaningful, independent lives.

If you have experience supporting individuals with behavioral needs, working in group homes, residential facilities, or behavioral health settings, you’ll be a strong match for our highest‑need programs.

▶️Watch how we create comebacks.

We are hiring for all shifts across multiple Grand Rapids locations:

• 1st Shift: 7a–3p

• 2nd Shift: 3p–11p

• 3rd Shift: 11p–7a

• 7a–7p

• 7p–7a

Full-Time, Part-Time, and On-Call opportunities available. Every other weekend required.

• Support individuals with MI/DD in daily living activities

• Provide behavioral support using established safety protocols

• Assist with personal care, hygiene, and mobility

• Administer medications and monitor health needs

• Prepare meals and support dietary plans

• Provide transportation and engage individuals in community activities

• Encourage independence, skill-building, and positive relationships

• We offer opportunities in select residential programs where no prior experience is needed—we’ll train you.

• At least one year of experience supporting individuals with IDD, mental illness, or behavioral challenges in our specialized programs.

• Comfort working with individuals who may display behaviors such as hitting, kicking, biting, or elopement

• Ability to follow behavioral support plans and safety protocols

• High school diploma preferred

• Valid driver’s license (site-dependent)

• Ability to lift 50 lbs

• Ability to pass background checks

• Basic computer skills

• CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain)

• Pay based on experience

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• 403(b) Retirement Plan

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Training

• Educational Reimbursement

• Career Pathing & Advancement

• Employee Referral Bonuses

With your help, we take on the challenges, the barriers, and the seemingly impossible.