Direct Support Professional - Overnights, Evenings, and Mornings

Make a real impact as a Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live meaningful, independent lives - while being supported by a team that truly cares.

For over 20 years, Full Life has been championing inclusion, independence, and growth for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Based on Hawaiʻi Island, we offer a welcoming, supportive work environment where both participants and staff are set up to thrive.

Shifts Available: Overnights, Evenings, and Mornings

As a DSP, you'll support individuals in their homes and community, helping them reach personal goals, build independence, and enjoy everyday life.

• Provide Personal Care: Support daily living needs, including eating, mobility, bathing, toileting, and hygiene, with dignity and respect.

• Overnight & Evening Support: Ensure participant safety, comfort, and care during evening and overnight hours.

• Promote Independence: Encourage choice, self-determination, and goal achievement.

• Community Engagement: Support social connections and access to community activities.

• Build Relationships: Be a consistent, compassionate presence that makes a real difference.

• No Experience
  
  Required:
  
  CNA experience is a plus, but not required - we provide paid training and ongoing support.

We're seeking caring, reliable individuals who want to make a difference. We'll train you for success.

• 18 years or older

• High School Diploma or GED (or ability to demonstrate key skills)

• CPR & First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

• Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and a clean driving record

• Tuberculosis clearance (we'll help you with this)

We value our team and invest in your success with meaningful benefits and growth opportunities.

• Pay: Starting at $20.50/hr

• Training Pay: $16.00/hr while training

• Health Benefits: Health insurance or a $200 monthly stipend

• Paid Time Off: For full-time employees

• Retirement: 3% 401(k) match after 90 days

• Extras: Cell phone stipend + mileage reimbursement

• Student Loan Assistance: $50/month

• Referral Bonus: $250 per referral

• Career Growth: Mentorship, ongoing training, and internal promotion

• Team Culture: Be part of the Full Life ʻOhana with regular team events

Hilo, Hawaiʻi

Call our Hilo office at after applying.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Full Life is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Full Life is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application process, interviews, and throughout employment. If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at aj, and we will work with you to ensure that your needs are met.