The Community Supports Network (CSN) is currently offering a $1,500 hiring bonus for candidates who apply through 3/31/2024 and are successfully hired. The hiring bonus is paid in 3 installments: $200 - First paycheck following completion of initial two-week training, $500 - 3 months of employment and all training complete, $800 - 6 months of employment.

*Applicants previously employed by CSN within the past 6 months are not eligible for this bonus.

CSN-Omaha is looking for Part-time and Full-time Direct Support Professionals to join our wonderful team!!

Starting pay is up to $16.00 to $17.50/hour, depending on knowledge, skills, and abilities.

At Community Supports Network, Inc. (CSN), we believe every person has value and is capable of learning & growth. Our mission is to support people with mental health needs and/or developmental disabilities to gain skills, knowledge, and experience to increasingly use and benefit from the resources and settings available to all citizens in our community.

We currently have Full-time and Part-time positions available!

*Asleep OVNs paid at a lower rate during asleep hours, weekend shift required in schedule except for FT Weekday position

Benefits offered at CSN: While using your knowledge, skills, and passion to fulfill our Mission, CSN will support you to learn more about your strengths and how to use them to develop personal and professional growth. Other benefits offered at CSN for Full-Time employees include:

• Employer-sponsored Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match (Both FT and PT eligible)
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement for Leadership Positions
• Access to your Pay when you need it, through DailyPay (For all employees!)
• Wellness/Gym Reimbursements (Both FT and PT eligible)
• Pet Insurance (Both FT and PT eligible)
• A culture of people development and internal career growth
• A culture of caring, collaboration and respect

Direct Support Professional (Caregiver) Duties and Responsibilities: As DSP or Caregiver, you will support and mentor adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in learning the skills needed to increase their independence in areas of life such as community involvement, job skills, education, personal health, and daily living skills. Examples of what you will do include:

• Assist with daily tasks/chores like cooking, cleaning, medication management
• Support individuals to practice and maintain good hygiene
• Run errands such as shopping and going to appointments
• Encourage and foster individuals’ hobbies and interests
• Provide habilitation & documentation
• Follow health & safety protocols

Direct Support Professional (Caregiver) Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

free in-service training

• Must be 18 years of age or older (Required)
• High school diploma or GED (Required)
• Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance (Required)
• Reliable vehicle to transport clients during shift (Required)
• Ability to pass all background checks (Required)
• Any experience with Customer Service, Human Services, Caregiver, In-home services, Healthcare, Home Health Care, Foster system, Shared Living or Host Home, Assisted Living, Nursing Home, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Social Services, CSN, LPN or Registered Nurse (Helpful but not required)
• Any experience in the field of Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) such as Autism, Behavior Disorders, Traumatic Brain Injuries, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Fragile X Syndrome, and/or Mental Health Disorders such as Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Schizophrenia, Eating Disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and addictive behaviors (Helpful but not required)
• Proficient computer skills. Experience with Microsoft Office, Excel, Therap, or KRONOS or the ability to learn new applications
• Excellent attendance and punctuality and the ability to achieve and maintain training and certifications which require a full range of motion and physical strength
• Effective communication and collaboration – the ability to effectively convey information to others as well as follow oral and written direction
• Attention to detail and organization – the ability to prioritize and manage all duties, rules, documentation, and other components of the job with focus and accuracy
• Confidentiality – the ability to protect data, information, and client and employee privacy
• Compassion – the ability to be concerned for another person’s well being
• Helpful certifications include MANDT Training, Medication Aide (Med-Aide) and CPR

Want to know what a typical day is like for a DSP? https://www.thecsnetwork.com/dspjoboverview

Find out more about CSN at www.thecsnetwork.com

" The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of all background checks”
"We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability."

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid orientation
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends as needed
• Weekends only

Work Location: In person