Direct Support Professional - Central, NE

Job DetailsJob Location: Aurora, NE 68818Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $16.00 - $16.50 HourlyJob Shift: AnyAt Integrated Life Choices, we are a proud 100% employee-owned organization committed to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We aim to provide exceptional support that fosters independence, inclusion, and personal growth. As an employee-owned company, every team member plays a vital role in our success, ensuring that our workplace is collaborative, innovative, and supportive. We hope you will consider joining us as an employee owner.

Integrated Life Choices (ILC) is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs).

DSPs at ILC provide support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a variety of settings to ensure they have a meaningful life. As a DSP, you will work with individuals to support them in achieving their hopes and dreams.

If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a positive impact on someone's life, we encourage you to apply.

The ideal candidate for this position is someone who is interested in supporting people in achieving their hopes and dreams. As a DSP, you will be responsible for maintaining consistent engagement with the people you are supporting, whether they are at home or out in the community. You will be required to work independently, create safe environments, and provide accurate documentation for the support provided during every shift. Duties may include:

Supporting people in understanding and exercising their rights

Encouraging people to live a fulfilling life as independently as possible through self-advocacy

Providing the best person-centered supports to meet people’s needs throughout their lives

Supporting and encouraging positive interactions

Improving social connections and relationships

Providing transportation for those you are supporting

Teaching skills to improve a person’s life

Supporting and encouraging participation in groups or organizations in line with a person’s personal interests to meet recreational and social needs

Utilizing Positive Support Programs to guide daily interactions

Supporting a person with personal hygiene and medical-related needs, including medication administration

Providing documentation at the end of each shift

DSPs who work at ILC locations support individuals with planned activities that encourage community inclusion, habilitation, and activities of daily living.

Vocational Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday: 7am-5pm

Residential Hours of Operation: Evenings: 3pm-10pm, Overnights: 10pm-8:30am, and Days Sat/Sun: 8am-3pm.

Benefits available for qualifying positions

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Supplemental insurance offerings

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

QualificationsWorking Conditions

This work can be physically demanding in some situations. Some physical work examples could be but are not limited to:

Intervening in aggressive situation and/or physically demanding responsibilities

Support with lifting individuals to and from wheelchairs

Supporting a person to and from a shower

Using a gait belt in a safe and dignified way

Providing transportation for the people we support is an essential function of the DSP position. ILC requires all DSPs to have a reliable vehicle at every shift.

Education/Experience

High School diploma or GED

Successfully complete and pass all checks including:

Nebraska Child/Adult Protective Services Central Registry check

Criminal background check

Certificates and Licenses

Valid driver's license and auto insurance