Hiring: Direct Support Professional Company: Apace (formerly Region V Services) Location: York, NE Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 13:37:49 About the job Required Skills: •The person in this position may be required to work in a variety of locations. The hours will be scheduled based on individual needs which may include days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays. Attendance will be required at various training sessions which will allow the DSP to expand their knowledge and provide quality services. •Apace offers a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, tuition assistance, and retirement benefits. •Apace offers flexible scheduling options, which can include days, evenings, weekends, and overnights. •Ensuring a meaningful day for individuals by providing systematic training and customized supports based on their individual needs and desired outcomes. •Attend and participate in team meetings to ensure that the training and supports that are developed for individuals are truly what the individual needs and desires. •Interface directly with the individual, his/her family, and other team members in identifying the person’s desired outcomes. This includes participation in the completion of any assessments/evaluations as recommended by the IPP team. •Develop training programs and maintain accurate data collection, records, and report as required to maintain accountability and meet regulatory requirements. •Monitor training programs regularly to enhance personal growth and ensure individual progress by making changes as necessary. Qualifications: •Knowledge of training individuals with developmental disabilities helpful. •Demonstrated capacity to work with individuals with special needs, including personal hygiene/care. •Demonstrated capacity to contribute positively to the work team. •Demonstrated capacity to meet the physical demand of the service location. •Lifting may be required at the service location. If lifting or other adaptive equipment is available, it MUST be used. •Demonstrated capacity to accept directions and follow through with completion of assigned tasks. •Demonstrated capacity to identify and report situations requiring supervisor’s advice. •High school diploma, GED, or equivalent knowledge. •Nineteen (19) years of age or older. •Possession of a driver’s license valid in the state of Nebraska or other adequate means of transportation. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!