Direct Support (DSP) - Day Shift - 3 Days/Week

Support Independence with Purpose – Join a Mission That Changes Lives
We are seeking dependable, compassionate Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide daily, hands‑on support. DSPs help adults with mental illness, brain injuries, and intellectual or developmental disabilities live independently with support, build relationships, and work toward personal goals.
If you thrive in active, people‑focused work and want a role where your effort directly improves someone’s day‑to‑day life, this position offers real purpose and variety - whether you’re new to the field or bringing experience
Purpose in Action. Impact Starts Here.
Build meaningful relationships while supporting adults with mental illness, brain injuries, and intellectual or developmental disabilities
Assist with daily living tasks such as cooking, cleaning, laundry, community participation, and personal care (which may include bathing, dressing, toileting, hygiene, and mobility support)
Support individuals’ health and wellness, including emotional and behavioral needs, following support strategies, assisting during behavioral challenges as trained, helping with healthy routines, and administering medications
Support community engagement by facilitating and helping individuals participate in activities, hobbies, events, and appointments
Teach and reinforce life skills that promote greater independence
Complete accurate and timely electronic documentation each shift to record care, behaviors, activities, and health related updates
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Qualifications:
High school diploma or a GED required
18 years old or older required
Pass a pre-employment drug screening required
This position requires current valid driver's license, auto insurance, a good driving record, a reliable vehicle for on-the-job use required
Ability to pass an extensive background check, including checks of the Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, the Sex Offender registry, criminal history, and driving records required
Details
Pay Rate:
$17.25 – $19.75 (awake) ($9.50/hour for sleep)
depending upon experience
12-hour shifts: Days (8am-8pm) or
Nights (8pm-8am)
Schedules: 3-day work week with options of Sunday - Tuesday OR Thursday - Saturday.
Working at EPI Has Its Benefits. Many Benefits.
Advance your career through our career advancement program. As you complete each certification, you'll advance to a new position with a $1.00 per hour increase in pay.
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans (even pet insurance!)
Three-day workweeks (work/life balance). Other schedules also available, including weekend-only options.
Generous paid time off
401(k)* employer match up to 6% (also available to part-time employees; must be 21 or older for eligibility)
Free telemedicine and virtual counseling
Paid training
Full benefits are offered for full-time positions (30+ hours/week)
Since 1957, EPI has been making a positive impact through People, Stewardship, Creative Cooperation, and Integrity, earning recognition as a nine-time Employer of Choice.
EPI is an equal opportunity employer.

Employment type
FT-Full-Time

Work arrangement
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