Direct Support Professional - Wyoming Services

Caring, compassion people are needed to be a Direct Support Professional for adults with disabilities in Easterseals-Goodwill day and housing programs in Sheridan, Wyoming.

You might love this job if you:

• Enjoy being with adults with disabilities.
• Like getting to know a few people really well.
• Enjoy caring for others.

You may be a perfect fit if you:

• Have been told you’re kind and patient.
• Have an even-keel personality (you’re able to check your emotions at the door).
• Treat people with dignity and respect.

This job is good if you need a:

• First-time job, especially if retail or fast food jobs isn’t appealing to you. No experience necessary.
• Are re-entering the workforce or are new to the area.
• Career change or are looking for a job with meaning.

What we offer:

• We offer 12-hour shifts. 3 days on/4 days off.
• Consistent schedule so you can plan your life.
• Full-time, part-time, and occasional/sub positions.
• Training and certification, including CPR, first aid, medication management, and Mandt (effective de-escalation techniques).

Wage: $12.00 per hour

• Self-motivated
• Reliable and dependable
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and during inclement weather
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Must be able to drive multi-passenger vehicles for extended periods throughout the day.
• Must be well-groomed and pleasant with the public
• Must be able to work in a variety of environments including outdoors and in vehicle.
• Must be 18+ years old
• Must have a current driver’s license.

• Must be able to sit, stand and walk at an assigned location(s) and work for extended periods of time; bend/stoop, kneel and balance frequently; climb, reach above shoulder level; push/pull, squat and crouch occasionally; with assistance, lift, carry and position individuals of various weight.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and be able to reach for items from overhead or lift items off of the floor. Ability to move independently or with reasonable accommodation within the facility and community.
• Applicant must be physically and mentally able to perform all requirements of the job.

Selected candidates must pass a background and DMV check and must have a valid driver's license.

Easterseals-Goodwill offers a comprehensive & competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, Vision, Dental and Voluntary Products

• 401(k) Retirement Plan + up to 4% contribution

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Flexible Spending + Health Savings Accounts

• Tuition Assistance

• Employee Wellness Program

• 10% Discount on ESGW Services

• 20% Discount at Goodwill Stores

Easterseals-Goodwill is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from the disabled, minorities, women, and veterans of the U.S. armed services. ESGW will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.