Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional – Full-Time Grace Reliant Residential Services Cape Girardeau/Jackson, MO Area

Job Summary Grace Reliant is seeking compassionate, dependable Direct Support Professionals to support adults with intellectual/ developmental disabilities in their own homes. In this full-time role, you will help individuals build independence, assist with daily living tasks and personal care, provide transportation, monitor safety, and offer meaningful companionship. Ideal candidates are patient, reliable, and motivated by work that makes a direct impact. Multiple shifts are available in the Cape Girardeau/Jackson, MO area, with competitive pay, development incentives, and optional full benefits.

Pay $18.00/hour – Per diem (no benefits) $17.00/hour – Full benefits package

Job Type

• Full-Time
• Schedule: Days, Evenings, or Overnight shifts; every other weekend required

About Grace Reliant Grace Reliant exists to help people live more complete, independent lives. Our Residential Services team provides customized in-home support, empowering individuals to grow, participate in their community, and reach personal goals. We are expanding and looking for individuals who value meaningful, mission-driven work.

Position Summary

Overnight DSPs support individuals in their homes by promoting independence, assisting with personal and daily living skills, ensuring safety overnight, and providing companionship and encouragement. This role includes both routine and medically related personal care.

Responsibilities

Provide supportive, person-centered care in client homes Follow the client’s Individualized Service Plan (ISP) Assist with daily living needs: cooking, cleaning, shopping, hygiene, dressing, bathing Perform personal and medical-related care, including: Catheters Transfers Hoyer lift Bowel routines Enemas Showering Brief changes Transport clients to appointments and community activities Offer positive interaction, encouragement, and companionship Use de-escalation and behavior management strategies during psychiatric crises Document care and communication accurately

Qualifications

18 years of age or older High School Diploma or GED Valid driver’s license Reliable personal vehicle with active insurance Ability to pass a background check Basic computer skills Ability to lift/move 30–50 lbs Flexibility to work days, evenings, or overnight shifts and every other weekend Compassion, patience, and dependability

Compensation & Incentives $18.00/hour (per diem) $17.00/hour (full benefits)