Direct Support Professional

Join Prader-Willi Homes

Prader-Willi Homes, a MyPath Company, has been a trusted provider of residential services for individuals diagnosed with Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) for nearly 40 years. PWS is a complex genetic disorder affecting appetite, growth, metabolism, cognitive function, and behavior.

Our mission is simple yet impactful: to create a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment that allows every resident to explore their highest potential for independence.

By joining our team, you'll help transform lives while working in a meaningful and rewarding career.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct care: Provide personal care, meal preparation, and medication administration tailored to residents' needs while in a group home setting.
• Activity facilitation: Support residents in structured daily activities to promote skill development and goal achievement.
• Safety and supervision: Ensure residents' safety and welfare, follow safety protocols, and contribute to maintaining a clean, safe environment.
• Documentation: Complete progress reports, incident logs, and other required paperwork accurately and on time.
• Communication: Collaborate with staff and residents, addressing concerns and providing proactive support.
• Resident rights: Uphold residents' rights and report any suspected abuse or grievances immediately.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Age: Must be at least 18 years old.
• Experience: Prior experience with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred (e.g., group homes, schools, day programs).
• Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.

Driver Requirements

• A valid driver's license.
• An acceptable driving record.
• Ability to safely transport clients in company-provided van.

Benefits

• Earned-Wage Access: Work today, get paid tomorrow!
• Tuition Assistance: Help pay for your college education.
• Student Loan Paydown: Up to $150/month toward your student loans.
• Comprehensive health benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – become a part-owner in the company.

Why Join Us?

• Mission-Driven Work: Help create life-changing opportunities for individuals with Prader-Willi Syndrome.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Including health, dental, vision, PTO, and more.
• Career Growth: Tuition assistance, professional development programs, and leadership opportunities.
• Employee Ownership: Participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Supportive Culture: A workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

At Prader-Willi Homes, we're not just providing care—we're creating possibilities. Join our team and make a difference.

MyPath and its Operating Companies provide specialized services and dignified care for children, adolescents and adults with special needs. Our companies provide a spectrum of services and support which promote the ability of those we serve to live as independently as possible in the community.

MyPath is composed of a beautifully diverse spectrum of employees with different characteristics, abilities, and life experiences. We believe that equitable, diverse, and inclusive practices in our workspaces are integral to the existence of MyPath. We value our diverse spectrum of Owners, the individuals we serve and the communities we encounter.

Our Culture

At MyPath, we support an ownership culture throughout the organization. Our culture is based on our five beliefs and behaviors:

• Passion
• Accountability
• Teamwork
• Openness
• Continuous Learning and Innovation

As an employee owner, you can expect transparency, respect and appreciation. You'll impact the place you work and map a career within MyPath. With your passion and our breadth of services, your options are nearly limitless!

MyPath is proudly Majority Women Employee-Owned, with women leading at every level from the frontline to the boardroom. Our strength comes from all of us. Every Owner, regardless of gender, plays a vital role in shaping our culture, driving our mission, and building a workplace where opportunity and ownership are shared by all.

MyPath is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We embrace the unique characteristics, abilities, and life experiences of our employees and believe that equitable and inclusive practices are essential to our success. We value the diversity of our Owners, the individuals we serve, and the communities we engage with.