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Direct Support Professional

Community Options, Inc.·Santa Fe, New Mexico

$17/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 1 day ago
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About the role

Provide direct person-centered care and support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include assisting with daily routines, monitoring health needs, and facilitating community integration and skill development.

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are Now Hiring Full-Time, Part-Time and PRN Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Santa Fe, NM to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference!

No experience required– we provide PAID training!

Starting pay: $16.80 per hour.

Responsibilities

Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation Minimum Requirements High school diploma or GED Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing Why Community Options? Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision). Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday! Generous Paid Time Off (PTO). Employee Incentive & Discount Programs. 403b Retirement Plan. Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities. Great coworkers/team that support you! University partnerships that include tuition reduction Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.comop.org Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V #IND-SF

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license with a satisfactory record. Successful employment is contingent upon passing criminal background checks and drug testing.

  • high school
  • Documentation
  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Driving
  • Meal Preparation
  • Community Integration
  • Crisis Management
  • Person-Centered Care
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Career Growth Opportunities
  • Employee Discount Programs
  • 403b Retirement Plan
  • Birthday Holiday
  • Employee Incentive Programs
  • Tuition Reduction

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$17/hr
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Posted
Jul 27, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Community Options, Inc.

Community Options, Inc. is a national nonprofit organization that develops innovative housing and employment opportunities for people with developmental disabilities. Since 1989, we have moved people with disabilities from segregated institutions across the country into...

Salary listed on 112 jobs
IndustryNon-profit Organizations
TypeNonprofit
Size5,001-10,000 employees
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