Direct Support Professional (DSP)-$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for new Wabash Center employees
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Wabash Center Direct Support Professional (DSP)-$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for new Wabash Center employees
Make a Career Out of Making a Difference
Wabash Center is a trusted provider of disability services and community-based support. We help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities live independent, meaningful, and fulfilling lives.
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you'll provide person-centered support to individuals in our Supported Living. You'll help individuals develop daily living skills, participate in community activities, achieve personal goals, and receive the support they need to live as independently as possible.
Whether you're building a career in caregiving, healthcare, disability services, or human services, this is an opportunity to join a mission-driven team where your work truly matters.
What Wabash Center Offers
- Competitive wages
- $5,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible new Full-Time Supported Living DSPs
- Paid training and professional development
- Full benefits package for employees working 30+ hours
- Medical, dental, vision, retirement, and additional benefits
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Flexible scheduling options
- Career advancement opportunities
- A collaborative, fun, and rewarding work environment
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day
Schedule Options
Supported Living
- Day shifts
- Evening shifts
- Overnight shifts
- Weekend shifts
- Schedules vary based on service site and individual needs
Schedules Available
- Full-Time
- Part-Time
- PRN
Supported Living services operate 24/7 and require weekend availability.
Weekend scheduling options include:
- Every Saturday
- Every Sunday
- Every other Saturday and Sunday
Weekend shifts are 12-hour shifts and are required for Supported Living positions.
Overnight Availability
Employees working overnight shifts must also meet weekend scheduling requirements. Eligible options include:
- Every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday)
- Every Friday Overnight
- Every Saturday (Day, Evening or, Overnight)
Working only Sunday overnight does not satisfy the weekend availability requirement.
What You'll Do
Support Individuals in Daily Living
- Assist with personal care and activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Support individuals in Supported Living homes and Day Services programs
- Assist with meal preparation, household tasks, and community participation
- Help individuals achieve personal goals and increase independence
Build Skills & Promote Independence
- Teach life skills such as cooking, budgeting, household management, and community living skills
- Encourage self-advocacy, personal growth, and decision-making
- Promote meaningful participation in community activities and relationships
Health & Safety Support
- Administer medications and monitor health-related needs
- Follow individual support plans and agency procedures
- Maintain a safe and supportive environment
Transportation & Community Access
- Provide transportation to appointments, employment opportunities, recreational activities, and community events
- Support individuals in developing greater community connections and independence
- Valid driver's license
- Reliable transportation
- Vehicle registration
- Proof of insurance
- Acceptable driving record
- Ability to pass a background screening
- Strong communication skills
- Compassionate, dependable, and professional attitude
Preferred
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience in direct support services, caregiving, healthcare, disability services, or related fields
- Experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities