Job Description
How you will make a difference as a Direct Support Professional
Support individuals diagnosed with a disability in a group home setting.
Teach, learn and interact with our persons served to help them reach their full potential.
Perform or assist individuals served with personal hygiene and basic household duties.
See Why Employees Love Working At Starkey!
You may get to participate in interactive activities such as local sporting events, botanica gardens, holiday parties, etc.
"I've never enjoyed going to a job like I do Starkey." Rushia, Behavior Support Assistant Supervisor.
"If you want a rewarding job, this is the place." Mike, Behavior Support Specialist.
Benefits for your wallet
Paid on-the-job training
Earn up to a $500 hiring bonus!
Paid Referral Bonus up to $500!
Paid Time Off (First year, 13 days; years 2-4, 16 days)
8 Paid Holidays
Assistance with obtaining CNA/CMA certification
Tuition Reimbursement
Financial help for emergencies
Anniversary gifts and employee prizes
Pay Rates
$16.75 Weekday Hours ($7.75 during sleep hours 12a-6a)
$17.75 Weekend Hours ($8.75 during sleep hours 12a-6a)
Paid Overnight "Get Paid to Sleep" from 12a-6a
*During sleep hours, you may still be required to provide assistance to clients personal care needs.
Schedules Available
Tues-Fri
Sun-Tues
Fri-Sun (You are at the group home for the entire weekend)
Benefits for your well-being
Access to mental health support and other resources through our employee assistance program
Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending and Dependent Care
Opportunities for promotion
Flexible work schedules
Discounted YMCA Memberships
Requirements for a Direct Support Professional role
Must have proof of education (High School Diploma, GED, and/or Work-Keys Bronze Certificate)
Be at least 18 years old
Valid Driver's License for a minimum of two years with a good driving record.
Pass drug and alcohol screenings
Pass criminal background checks
Availability for 2-4 weeks of training M-F 8:30am-5:00pm
OPTIONAL: ASL (American Sign Language) preferred.
This is not a complete job description. A complete job description is available upon request.
EOE
Starkey is an affiliate provider of the Sedgwick County Developmental Disability Organization, licensed by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services, has programs accredited by CARF International, and is a member of InterHab, ANCOR and the Nonprofit Chamber of Service.
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Full-time