Direct Support Professional- Supported Family Living at Hands Of Heartland – Omaha, Nebraska

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 Supported Family Living Direct Support Professional (DSP).

What You’ll Do:
As a Supported Family Living DSP, you will work directly with people with developmental disabilities assisting them with day to day living activities. You will support individuals with various activities in a home environment and in community settings including meal planning, grocery shopping, or household chores.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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 for independent living, 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.

• Maintain respectful, professional, and confidential communication with the individual, their family, and the interdisciplinary support team.

• Comply with all applicable policies, procedures, and state regulations related to waiver services.

• This position may require you to transport individuals in company vehicles. You will be paid extra for driving.

Shifts Needed: Day and Evening 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.

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: $18 an hour. We pay more for experience and if you have a CNA license.

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.