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Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Specialized Support Services, Inc.
Saint Joseph, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/8/2026

Looking to grow our team of excellent Direct Support Professionals who make a difference in our consumers' lives. Our Direct Support Professionals assist with the implementation of consumer Person Centered Support Plans (PCSPs) and Activities of Daily Living. Consumers appreciate assistance in living life to its fullest through help with cooking, cleaning, bathing, dressing, traveling and enjoying vibrant lives in their communities through occupational, recreational and social activities. Importantly, Direct Support Professionals ensure that each consumer's rights are protected and treat consumers with dignity and respect. Training for this career can be done directly with Specialized Support Services, Inc. and the consumers.

Qualified candidates need a high school diploma or GED (or the willingness to pursue an alternative qualification once hired), the ability to pass a state-mandated background check and the desire to make a positive difference in people's lives by providing domestic, social, health, safety and emotional support.

We are hiring one position with regular hours from 3-11p Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. This is a driver position and applicants must have a clean driving record and their own car insurance. We are also hiring for a part-time position with regular overnight hours from 11p-7a Saturday, Sunday and Monday, with the opportunity to pick up additional hours.

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

  • What is your motivation for applying for this role?
  • What makes you the ideal candidate for this role?
  • Are you applying for the evening or overnight position? When answering, make sure that you have indicated the requisite shift availability.
  • The schedule for one position is 3-11p Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. The schedule for the other position is 11p-7a Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Are you applying for the evening or overnight position, and will the relevant schedule work for you?
  • The evening position requires the employee to be a driver of a company vehicle. Are you at least 21 years old with a clean driving record and valid insurance?

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • L1MA (Preferred)
  • CPR Certification (Preferred)
  • Driver's License (Preferred)

Shift availability:

  • Night Shift (Preferred)
  • Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17

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