Direct Support Professional- Meaningful Lives Team

Full-Time, Part-Time & Overnight Opportunities Available Location: Spearfish, SD Company: Northern Hills Training Center (NHTC) Are You Called to Serve Others? Some jobs are about completing tasks. This one is about building relationships, creating trust, and making a lasting difference in someone's life. Northern Hills Training Center is seeking compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professionals to join our Hill Street 7 team. This program supports individuals with significant support needs who rely on consistent, patient, and skilled staff to help them live safe, meaningful, and fulfilling lives. This position is ideal for someone with a servant's heart, strong character, and a genuine desire to support others through both challenges and successes. Every day presents opportunities to make a meaningful impact through encouragement, advocacy, patience, and connection. What You'll Do As a Direct Support Professional on the Hill Street 7 team, you will: - Provide direct care and support based on each individual's unique needs - Assist with personal care, meals, household tasks, and daily routines - Support individuals in building independence and life skills - Help individuals participate in community activities and meaningful experiences - Foster positive relationships built on trust, respect, and dignity - Respond calmly and effectively during challenging situations - Follow individualized support plans and safety protocols - Accurately document services and daily activities - Work collaboratively with a dedicated team committed to high-quality care Who We're Looking For Successful candidates are: - Compassionate and patient - Dependable and emotionally mature - Team-oriented and adaptable - Strong communicators - Comfortable supporting individuals with complex needs - Able to remain calm under pressure - Motivated by service, purpose, and helping others succeed Previous experience in caregiving, healthcare, education, behavioral health, human services, emergency response, or customer service is beneficial but not required. We provide paid training and ongoing support. A Day in the Life at Hill Street 7 No two days at Hill Street 7 are exactly alike. Some days are filled with big accomplishments. Other days, success looks much smaller, but no less meaningful. You might help someone successfully complete a morning routine they've struggled with for weeks, participate in a community outing, learn a new skill, or simply share a moment of laughter. At Hill Street 7, we celebrate the small victories because those victories often represent tremendous personal growth. When the individuals we support succeed, we all succeed. There are also days when progress is slower. Some individuals face significant challenges that can make daily routines, communication, and emotional regulation difficult. On those days, patience isn't just appreciated, it's essential. The ability to remain calm, compassionate, and supportive during difficult moments can make all the difference. The relationships you build, the trust you earn, and the progress you help create have a lasting impact. If you are someone who finds purpose in helping others overcome obstacles and believes every person deserves dignity, respect, and opportunity, you'll find fulfillment on the Hill Street 7 team. At Hill Street 7, we don't measure success only by the big milestones. We celebrate every step forward, because every step matters. Available Schedules Full-Time & Overnight Positions Enjoy a rotating 12-hour schedule that provides approximately half the year off each year. Front Half Rotation Week 1: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday Week 2: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Back Half Rotation Week 1: Thursday, Friday, Saturday Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Part-Time Positions Flexible scheduling options are available based on employee availability and program needs. Qualifications - Must be at least 18 years old - High school diploma or GED - Valid driver's license preferred - Ability to pass background checks and required screenings - Ability to lift, assist, and actively support individuals as needed - Commitment to providing respectful, person-centered care Pay & Benefits Competitive Pay - Part-Time: Starting at $17.77/hour - Full-Time & Overnight: Average earnings of $20.30/hour Benefits for Eligible Employees - Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Paid Training and Professional Development - Verizon Employee Discount - Discounted Gym Membership Why Hill Street 7? At Hill Street 7, you'll join a close-knit team that believes every person deserves dignity, respect, opportunity, and meaningful relationships. The work can be challenging, but the rewards are immeasurable. If you're looking for a career where compassion matters, your work has purpose, and your efforts truly impact lives, we'd love to meet you. Apply Today Submit your application through Indeed or apply online at: https://www.nhtc.org/careers/current-job-openings/  Make a difference. Build relationships. Change lives. Join the Hill Street 7 team.