Vocational Lead Direct Support Professional

At Hands of Heartland, we believe that people with developmental disabilities are people first.
We 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 join our team and provide support to the individuals we support as a Lead Direct Support Professional (DSP)/Caregiver.
What You’ll Do: Work directly with individuals with developmental disabilities in a variety of settings to ensure they have a meaningful life.
You will support DSPs along with working side by side with them as they assist individuals with day to day living activities and developing skills in a day site and in community settings.
Hours: Monday through Friday day hours 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.
Understand the importance of documentation.
Personality Traits: Empathy.
Patience.
Understanding.
Compassion.
Adaptable.
Respectful.
Dependable.
Sound Judgement.
Requirements: Must be 18 years old.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Experience not required – we will train you! Pay: $17-$19 an hour.
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 start a rewarding career where you can make a positive impact on your community.