Residential Float Direct Support Professionals (DSP)
Starpoint
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- Pay
- $17
- an hour
- Location
- Canon City, CO
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 21
- 1 day ago
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About the company
Starpoint
Human resources · 201 to 500 employees
What you'll do
- Provide person-centered support with daily living activities
- Support individuals in building independence, making choices, and participating in the community
- Follow each person’s individual support plan and document services accurately
- Ensure a safe, respectful, and welcoming home environment
- Communicate with house staff, supervisors, and families during shift handoffs
- Respond calmly and appropriately to emergencies or behavioral needs
What you need
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to pass a background check and TB test
- Ability to lift and assist with mobility as needed
- Willingness to work flexible shifts, weekends, and holidays
- Patience, empathy, and dependability
Key skills
PatienceEmpathyDependabilityValid driver’s license
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Perks
- Health insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- PTO
- Retirement plan
- Paid orientation
- Ongoing training
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Description
Residential Float Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Starpoint | Canon City | Full-Time
About the Role
We’re looking for compassionate, dependable Residential Float DSPs to provide services and supports to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). As a float, you’ll work across several of our residential homes, helping the people we support live full, independent lives while keeping each home running smoothly.
Day Float DSP
8a.m.-4 p.m.
Second Shift Float DSP
4 p.m.-midnight
Overnight Float DSP
Midnight-8 a.m.
Schedule details:
Full-time hours are guaranteed (30 hours+ each week). Schedules change each week, and shift times may vary based on coverage needs. These roles require flexibility to work at different residential homes, including weekends and holidays.
Why Work With Us
Guaranteed full-time hours:
Steady, predictable pay, with no worrying about getting cut.
Variety:
Float between homes, meet different people, and avoid the monotony of one fixed assignment.
Meaningful work:
Make a daily difference in the lives of adults with IDD.
Shift options:
Choose the day, second, or overnight shift that fits your life. May be asked to work different shifts.
Team support:
Work with a team that values reliability and communication.
Training provided:
Paid orientation and ongoing training. No prior DSP experience required.
Career growth:
Opportunities to advance into lead, supervisory, or house manager roles.
Pay and benefits:
$17.00 per hour plus health insurance, Dental, Vision, PTO, and retirement plan
Responsibilities
Provide person-centered support with daily living activities, including personal care, meals, medication administration, and household tasks
Support individuals in building independence, making choices, and participating in the community
Follow each person’s individual support plan and document services accurately
Ensure a safe, respectful, and welcoming home environment
Communicate clearly with house staff, supervisors, and families during shift handoffs
Respond calmly and appropriately to emergencies or behavioral needs
Requirements
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Must be at least 18 years old
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Ability to pass a background check and TB test
Ability to lift and assist with mobility as needed
Willingness to work flexible shifts, weekends, and holidays
Patience, empathy, and dependability
Salary Description
$17 per hour