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At EPI, we dont just talk about impact, we live it every single day. Since 1957, weve been connecting people, creating opportunities, and nurturing growth for our community.As a designatedEIGHT-TIME Employer of Choice- our work is grounded in four core values: People, Stewardship, Creative Cooperation, and Integrity.

Where Dignity, Care, and Impact Come Together

We are seeking dependable, compassionate Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide daily, handson support. DSPs help adults with mental illness, brain injuries, and intellectual or developmental disabilities live safely, build relationships, and work toward personal goals.

If you thrive in active, peoplefocused work and want a role where your effort directly improves someones daytoday life, this position offers real purpose and variety whether youre new to the field or bringing experience

Working at EPI Has Its Benefits. Many Benefits.

Full benefits are offered for full-time positions (30+ hours/week)

• Advance your career through our career advancement program. As you complete each certification, you'll advance to a new position with a $1.00 per hour increase in pay.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans (even pet insurance!)
• Three-day workweeks (work/life balance). Other schedules also available, including weekend-only options.
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k)* employer match up to 6% (also available to part-time employees; must be 21 or older for eligibility)
• Free telemedicine and virtual counseling
• Paid training
• Immediate employee discounts (gym memberships, and more!)
  

Purpose in Action. Impact Starts Here.

• Build meaningful relationships while supporting adults with mental illness, brain injuries, and intellectual or developmental disabilities
• Assist with daily living tasks such as cooking, cleaning, laundry, community participation, and personal care (which may include bathing, dressing, toileting, hygiene, and mobility support)
• Support individuals health and wellness, including emotional and behavioral needs, following support strategies, assisting during behavioral challenges as trained, helping with healthy routines, and administering medications
• Support community engagement by facilitating and helping individuals participate in activities, hobbies, events, and appointments
• Teach and reinforce life skills that promote greater independence
• Complete accurate and timely electronic documentation each shift to record care, behaviors, activities, and health related updates
  

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Qualifications:

• High school diploma or a GEDrequired
• 18 years old or olderrequired
• Pass a pre-employment drug screeningrequired
• This position requires current valid driver's license, auto insurance, a good driving record, a reliable vehicle for on-the-job userequired
• Ability to pass an extensive background check, including checks of the Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, the Sex Offender registry, criminal history, and driving recordsrequired

Details:

• Shift Availabilities:
  • Full Time (30-40 hours)
    
  • Flexible scheduling between 8:00 am - 10:00 pm with rotating weekend assignments and holidays required
• Wages: $17.00 - $19.50; Wages are dependent upon experience

Here's What We're Looking For. What Are You Waiting For? Apply Today!

• Dependability- Attend work as scheduled. Complete responsibilities, tasks, training and on-call requirements within assigned timelines.
• Integrity- Doing what's right. Trustworthy. Able to comply with all agency and regulatory standards. Maintain standards of confidentiality (HIPAA) and ethical practice.
• Communication- Demonstrate effective communication skills both written and verbal.
• Computer Familiarity- Able to browse internet, use email and document care using electronic health record system (training provided).
• Committed toinclusionand building relationships. Respecting others.
• Passionfor serving others
  

EPI is an equal opportunity employer.

Connecting People, Creating Opportunities, and Nurturing Growth Since 1957