Job detail
2nd Shift Direct Support Professional
MyPath
OTHER
Posted 3/26/2026
Location
Lafayette, Indiana
Core responsibilities
Direct support professionals will provide supervision, engagement, and mentorship to students in residential, educational, and community settings while assisting with daily living tasks like hygiene and meals. They will also be responsible for implementing safety procedures, using crisis intervention techniques when necessary, and accurately documenting observations.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a minimum of a high school diploma or ged and be at least 21 years old, holding a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Experience working with individuals with special needs, especially in residential or school settings, is preferred, alongside the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
high schoolCommunicationDocumentationTeam CollaborationGoal SettingSupervisionCrisis InterventionDirect CareActivity PlanningStudent EngagementMentorshipDaily Living AssistanceBehavior ModelingLife Skills TeachingPhysical Intervention TechniquesSafety Procedures Implementation
Benefits
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Medical
- Dental
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Vision Plans
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Discount Program
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Prescription
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Pet Insurance Discount
- Financial Wellness Resources
- On-demand Access to Earned Wages
- Student Loan Pay Down Assistance
- Voluntary Life Insurance Options
- My Voyage Wellness Program
- Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual
- Childcare Search Assistance