Direct Support Professional

Overview Majority Women Employee-Owned. Empowered by Everyone to Transform Lives. Overview We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to join Prader-Willi Homes that has open availability to work 1st and 2nd shifts! Competitive pay starting at $19/hour and a full benefits package. 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. Schedule Options 1st shift, 2nd shift, and 3rd shift options available. 12-hour rotating weekend shifts required. Holiday shifts as part of the rotation. 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. Additional Information 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 success as an organization is directly proportional to our ability to create belonging and genuinely engage our Owners and potential Owners. We ask for demographic information so that we can be intentional in supporting our Owners best. Although not required, we would appreciate you sharing to help our commitment of cultivating a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging MyPath. 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. If you find fulfillment in helping others and want opportunities to build a career, MyPath may be your path to a promising future. Explore 150 MyPath locations to find a place and career that fits you. At MyPath, our guiding principle is passion: a passion for the people we serve and for the work we do. MyPath provides specialized services and dignified care for children, adolescents and adults with disabilities, mental health issues, and other significant needs. Operating since 1984, MyPath includes eight companies that serve over 2,000 individuals from around the country, in more than 150 program locations throughout Wisconsin and Indiana, across 48 communities. Our array of services includes a spectrum of educational, therapeutic and community supports to allow those we serve to live full and productive lives in the community—to find their path. MyPath is proud to be a 100% employee owned company (ESOP). At MyPath our caregivers are also our owners! Our Culture At Prader-Willi Homes, we’re not just providing care—we’re creating possibilities. Join our team and make a difference. #J-18808-Ljbffr PWH o