DSP - Omaha Day Center
Company: Hands of Heartland
Location: Omaha
Posted on: January 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description At Hands of Heartland, we
believe that people with developmental disabilities are people
first. We will always place the person before the program —
striving daily to embody the message our name states. Hands of
Heartland is looking for compassionate and caring individuals to
join our team and provide support to the individuals we support as
a Direct Support Professionals (DSP) for the Omaha day centers.
Location: Omaha , NE What You’ll Do: Work directly with individuals
with developmental disabilities in a variety of settings to ensure
they have a meaningful life. As a DSP you will assist individuals
with day to day living activities and developing skills in a
community setting. Hours: 8am-4pm Monday - Friday Skillset Needed
for the Job: Ability to work independently in a fast paced,
team-oriented environment. Flexible and willing to adapt to change.
Know the value of communication. Desire to support people and
encourage them to reach goals. Understand the importance of
documentation. Personality Traits: Empathy. Patience.
Understanding. Compassion. Adaptable. Respectful. Dependable. Sound
Judgement. Requirements: Must be 18 years old. Must have a valid
driver’s license. Experience not required – we will train you! Pay:
Starting pay is $16 an hour. We pay more for experience and CNA
license. If this sounds like you, we would love to talk to you
about working at Hands of Heartland. Apply today to start a
rewarding career where you can make a positive impact on your
community. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Responsible for
creating a safe, positive, and encouraging atmosphere for the
people we support. Provide services to address the wants and needs
of people with developmental disabilities, which may include:
Supporting personal goals Facilitating activities that provide
people with socialization and connections to the community Engaging
participation in recreation, social, and skill-building activities
Transporting individuals to appointments, community outings, or
other destinations Assisting with activities of daily living, such
as, feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, etc. Reinforcing
therapies, including speech, behavioral support, and physical
therapy Administering medications and other medical treatment as
delegated by an HOH nurse Maintaining knowledge of each person’s
specialized needs Ensure each individuals’ rights are protected and
they are treated with dignity and respect. Ensure documentation is
completed accurately and in a timely manner, including but not
limited to individual plan data, behavior plan data, community
integration logs, assessments, individual funds requests, mileage
logs, maintenance requests forms, and supply acquisition forms Keep
day center interior and exterior clean, organized, and tidy.
Complete all other duties as assigned Education & Experience Must
have a valid driver’s license and clear driving record Current
automobile insurance Ability to pass registry and background checks
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to handle a variety of
situations and personalities Must maintain confidentiality and
protect individual rights Ability to always project a caring and
professional image Proven skills in communication, observation,
problem solving, and time management
Keywords: Hands of Heartland, Bellevue , DSP - Omaha Day Center, Social Services , Omaha, Nebraska
