What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Opportunities for Positive Growth, Inc.?
Direct Support Professional
Starting Pay:
$17/hr
Schedule:
Part-time (Evenings & Weekends Available)
Location:
Kokomo, In
DSP Role:
As a Direct Support Professional at OPG, you'll empower individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities to live fulfilling lives and form meaningful connections.
Responsibilities include:
- Assisting with personal care, daily living skills, medication, and meal prep
- Supporting independence, inclusion, and overall well-being
- Facilitating community engagement and transportation
- Maintaining thorough documentation
- Collaborating with families, guardians, and interdisciplinary teams
About OPG
We're not just a workplace—we're a mission.
Mission:
Inspiring people in the pursuit of a rewarding life.
Vision:
People Connect. People Dream. People Thrive.
Values:
People. Innovation. Quality. Financial Stability.
As an
Indiana-grown, 100% employee-owned
organization, our services are
YOU-driven
and founded on the belief that
Relationships Matter.
Recognitions:
- Top Workplace in Indiana
fifteen times - 1st place for
Values (2025), Managers (2024), and Meaningful Career (2023) - USA Today's
Top 100 Workplaces
& 2025) - Person-Centered Excellence Accreditation with Distinction
by CQL
What We offer:
- Competitive pay starting at $17/hr
- Flexible scheduling
- Paid Time Away program for full-time DSPs
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health benefits with HSA contributions
- Referral bonuses and company incentives
- And most importantly... YOU make a difference every day
Requirements:
- Must be 18 Years of Age
- Must have a High School Diploma or GED
- Must hold a valid Indiana Driver's License
- Must have Car Insurance
- Must provide Reliable transportation
- Must pass a criminal background check
Compensation details:
17-17 Hourly Wage