Direct Support Specialist

Position: Direct Support Specialist - Full-Time
Location: Lee's Summit

Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver CNA Premium Available (Full-Time Part-Time)

Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver CNA Premium Available (Full-Time Part-Time)
Kansas City Metro Area
Starting pay at $19/hr. + Differential Pay + Weekend Differential Pay
CNA Premium Available:
Additional $2/hr. for active CNA certification in select residential homes
If you find purpose in caring for others and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people with developmental disabilities, this opportunity is for you. Join CDD, a Kansas City nonprofit with over five decades of service, as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) supporting adults in our Kansas City, Missouri area metro homes.
Why You'll Love Working at CDD
Purpose-Driven Work: Make a direct impact by helping individuals live with dignity, independence, and opportunity.
Supportive Environment: Join a caring, collaborative team that values your contributions and compassion.
Career Growth: Paid training, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.
Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, retirement plan with 6% match, and supplemental insurance options.
Meaningful Work
:
Every day, you'll help others build skills, confidence, and community connections.
What You'll Do Support individuals with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as hygiene, meal preparation, and mobility.
Assist with medication administration and health documentation under supervisor guidance.
Encourage independence, community participation, and personal development.
Provide companionship, behavioral support, and emotional encouragement.
Maintain accurate daily documentation (T-Logs, service notes, etc.).
Ensure safe, respectful, and person-centered care in all settings.
What You Bring High school diploma or GED required.
Valid Class E (MO) or Class C (KS) driver's license, proof of auto insurance, and CLEAR driving record required
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and assist individuals with personal care.
Compassionate, dependable, and professional demeanor.
Must pass background, FCSR, and health screenings prior to hire.
One year of related experience or education in human services or healthcare preferred.
* CNA Opportunity Additional Pay Available at Medical Support Homes CDD also offers opportunities for candidates with an active CNA certification (MO or KS eligible) in select residential homes supporting individuals with higher medical needs. Additional $2/hr cna premium for eligible assignments
* Selected homes only receive the additional $2/Hr.
Weekend differential pay available on qualifying shifts
Residential home environment not a hospital or facility
** CNA certification is not required for most DSP/Caregiver positions.
The Role at a Glance Pay: $19/hr. + weekend differential pay (+ CNA premium where applicable)
Work Setting:
Residential homes in the Kansas City metro area.

Schedule:

Full-time or part-time; day, evening, and overnight shifts available.
Training:
Paid onboarding and continued professional development.
Ready to Make a Difference? If you're passionate about helping others reach their potential, we'd love to meet you. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
About CDD For over five decades, Center for Developmentally Disabled has helped individuals with developmental disabilities live, work, and thrive independently in their communities. Our mission is to promote dignity, opportunity, and inclusion and we're looking for compassionate professionals like you to help us continue that work.
Apply today at
www.

CDDKC.org
and start changing lives tomorrow!

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