Direct Support Professional

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