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1st Shift-Driver/DSP

ADEC INC.
South Bend, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/26/2025

“While we work hard every day, we also have moments of great fun and laughter. I appreciate the way we are able to do both!”

  • ADEC Support Staff

The Company:

ADEC’s services revolve around one mission: proudly advocating for and serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities so they can live lives full of informed choice and possibility.

Full Time or Part Positions available. Starting rate of $15 to $16 per hour with set or flexible schedule options. Enjoy the flexibility and work life balance. Limited 1st shift and Power weekend availability.

The Position:

ADEC Inc is looking for Driver/Direct Support Professionals (caregivers/DSP) to increase the independence of persons with disabilities living in group homes or supported living sites by providing active treatment and personal assistance while maintaining a clean and comfortable home-like environment.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Transportation – Transport clients daily to and from work in both Elkhart and St. Joe counties using agency vehicle
  • Personal Care – bathroom needs, cleaning, meals, activities, and more
  • Administering Medication and Charting
  • Meal Preparation
  • Household Duties and more!

Job Requirements:

  • Ability to lift 60 pounds
  • Valid driver’s license; no CDL required
  • Proof of car insurance
  • Pass background and negative drug test

Why Should you Apply?

ADEC has been providing services to children, adults and families with developmental disabilities for nearly 70 years.

ADEC is a stable well respected active member of the community employing people in both Elkhart and St. Joseph counties. ADEC’s Code of Ethics ensure we treat employees with the same dignity and respect we extend to our individuals served.

ADEC offers competitive pay and excellent benefits including:
  • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
  • PTO (that you start earning immediately)
  • 8 paid holidays, plus one floating holiday
  • Wage Initiative with increases at 90 days, 6 months, and 1 year; annual increases
  • 403 (b) retirement plan with company match
  • Life insurance (ADEC paid benefit) ability to purchase additional, dependent, and spousal life insurance
  • Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Assistance programs
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • National DSP Certification Program through NADSP
  • Public Loan Forgiveness Program Eligibility

ADEC’s DSP Certification program offers Direct Support Professionals a unique opportunity to earn a national DSP certification through the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP). Work at ADEC and have the chance to earn this certification free of charge, earn pay increases for certification, and enhance the care we provide to those we serve.

ADEC is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary : $15 - $16

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