Direct Support Professional
apaceGeneva, Nebraska, United States
Posted July 1, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Apace is a nonprofit organization in southeast Nebraska that empowers individuals with disabilities to live independently and achieve personal goals through a range of support services. The organization offers direct support professionals, behavioral assessment, health care coordination, staff training, and community engagement programs, including day centers and community events.
Job Description
Apace offers direct support for individuals with disabilities in their homes and community, providing training and support to enhance their competencies and build relationships. The DSP role involves both individualized training and supporting clients with various needs, working in a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. A flexible schedule may include a competitive $1000 employee incentive.
Requirements
- Knowledge of training individuals with developmental disabilities helpful.
- Ability to work with individuals with special needs, including personal hygiene/care.
- Ability to meet the physical demand of the service location.
- Valid driver’s license in Nebraska or adequate transportation.
- Reliable communication means.
- Must possess a reliable means of communication.
- Will be subject to a criminal history and APS and CPS background check.
- May be subject to drug and alcohol screen.
Benefits
- health
- dental
- vision
- life insurance
- paid vacation
- sick leave
- tuition assistance
- retirement benefits