Direct Support Professional - Columbia, MO

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Boone Supported Living | Mid-Missouri (Columbia, Jefferson City, Marshall & Surrounding Areas)

Earn up to $18.75 per hour plus bonus and wage increase opportunities!

Current openings include evenings, weekends, and limited overnight shifts. (Day shift positions are not currently available.)

Make a Difference Every Day

Looking for a career where what you do truly matters?

At Boone Supported Living, our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) help adults with developmental disabilities live more independent, fulfilling lives. Whether you're helping someone prepare a meal, attend a community event, reach a personal goal, or simply navigate everyday life, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every single day.

No experience? That's okay. We provide paid training and will teach you everything you need to succeed.

Whether you're beginning your career, looking for a meaningful career change, or studying Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, Education, or Human Services, this is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience while making a real difference.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Earn up to $18.75/hour
• Paid training. No experience required.
• Opportunities for bonuses and wage increases
• Casual, supportive work environment
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Meaningful work where every day is different
• Build lasting relationships while helping others achieve greater independence

What You'll Do

As a Direct Support Professional, you'll provide individualized support based on each person's unique goals and needs.

Responsibilities include

• Assisting individuals with daily living activities and community involvement
• Encouraging independence while providing compassionate support
• Administering medications after training and according to agency policies
• Documenting services provided and progress toward individual goals
• Monitoring health needs and reporting changes when necessary
• Following individualized care plans
• Safely transporting individuals to appointments and community activities
• Completing required documentation, mileage logs, incident reports, and other records accurately and on time

Minimum Qualifications

To be considered for employment, applicants must have:

• Valid driver's license
• Reliable personal vehicle available for client transportation
• Current automobile insurance
• High school diploma or GED
• Legal authorization to work in the United States
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to pass the Family Care Safety Registry screening and criminal background check

Benefits for All Eligible Employees

• 401(k) with up to a 5% company match
• Eight paid holidays
• Free telehealth services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition discount with Columbia College
• Employee referral bonus

Additional Full-Time Benefits (31+ hours/week)

• Boone Supported Living pays 60% of employee health insurance premiums
• 100% employer-paid dental insurance
• 100% employer-paid vision insurance
• Paid membership to a primary healthcare clinic
• Paid parental leave after one year
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• $25,000 employer-paid life insurance policy
• Payroll advance program
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

Ready to Apply?

If you're dependable, compassionate, and looking for a career where your work has a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help empower individuals with developmental disabilities to live their best lives.

Must be able to pass Family Care Safety Registry and criminal background check