Career Opportunities

Quality Life Concepts has immediate openings for Full and Part-Time Direct Support Professionals. This is a non-exempt hourly position. Starting wage is $15/hr plus an opportunity for a sign-on bonus.

Do you like helping others?  Go to work where it doesn’t seem like work! Each day is fun and different, and YOU are making a difference!

Employee quote: “When I wake up each day, I am excited to get up and go to work! I know I will be working with my clients, and it will be a good day!”

WHAT DO WE DO

Direct Support Professionals provides daily support to adults with developmental disabilities living in their own homes by providing quality support services that will assist them to maintain independence, provide opportunities for community integration, and create a nurturing, safe and healthy environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• HS diploma/GED required
• Computer skills
• Able to push, pull, bend, stoop, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record preferred
• Must pass a criminal background check
• Must be able to work weekends

WHAT IS AVAILABLE:

• Full time Direct Support Professional – 40 hours per week
• Part-time Direct Support Professional -10-39 hours per week
• Open shifts 6:00am-2:00pm, 10:00am-6:00pm, 12:00pm-8:00pm, Awake Nights 8:00pm-6:00am.

STARTING WAGE:

• Full-time and part-time Direct Support Professionals start at $15/hr and after successful completion of the probationary period, will receive an increase to $15.25/hr.
• Night Shift Differential is $0.50/hour between 10 pm and 6 am.

Sign-on bonus opportunities for Direct Support Professionals:

• You may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $1000 paid out in increments over 6-month period.

WHAT WILL YOU DO

• Assist in daily living including cooking, cleaning, shopping, etc.
• Provide support for medical and health needs.
• Assist clients with personal care, including dressing, mobility, administering medication, personal hygiene, eating and transporting to doctor’s appointments.
• Ensure client safety and well-being.
• Provide a positive and fun environment.
• Help clients to learn applicable life skills and reach their personal goals.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING

• Creative problem solving, coaching, understanding, patience and kindness.
• Professionalism, integrity and excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to support people’s preferences for community activities, leisure activities and work, as well as being and advocate for them to exercise their rights in various settings.
• Ability to stay alert and awake at all times.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

• Paid training! Includes First Aid & CPR certification, new hire training and annual required training.
• MEDICAL package for eligible employees (30+ hrs/week) includes major medical. QLC contributes $641.00 per month towards employee health insurance. Health insurance includes 3 choices of medical plans- one of which is FREE to the employee.
• Supplemental coverage includes: 2 choices of dental plans, a vision plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental Insurance with AFLAC.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which offers free counseling.
• Paid holidays.
• 401K after one year of service with generous 20% company match of employee contribution.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• PTO available for full and part-time employees. Very generous accrual amounts: 40 hours after successful completion of the 6-month probationary period, 2 weeks for first year, 18 days for 1- 3 years of service, and additional increases as you years of service increase.
• Giant warm fuzzies from making a difference.

 

Our Direct Support Professional positions are a great opportunity for those considering careers in Psychology, Nursing, Medical Assistant, Human Services, Social Work and other healthcare related fields. These are entry-level positions with room for growth and can be a stepping stone for anyone interested in advancing their career. Whether you desire to pursue a career in the healthcare field, human services, or social work arena, get started with QLC. If you are already in the field and want to continue making a difference, then QLC is the place for you to work.

Think this job is a good fit?
Apply now – we’d love to have you on board!

MUST complete QLC application on QLC website.

If applying for a Direct Support Professional in Great Falls, attend Quality Life Concepts pre-employment interview session which takes place every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. at our office at 215 Smelter Avenue NE, Great Falls, MT 59404. Interviews will be conducted at this time. If you can’t attend at this time, please call 452-9531 to schedule a time that works for you!

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Are you a night owl? Then this is the position for you! Go to work where it doesn’t seem like work! Each day is different, and YOU are making a difference!

Quality Life Concepts has immediate openings for Full and Part-Time Direct Support Professionals for the Awake Night shift 8 pm to 6 am. This is a non-exempt hourly position. Starting wage is $15/hr plus a $.50 night shift differential for hours worked between 10 pm and 6 am, PLUS an opportunity for a sign-on bonus.

Direct Support Professional Awake Night shifts are 8 pm to 6 am, 4 days per week for Full-Time.

WHAT DO WE DO

Direct Support Professionals provides daily support to adults with developmental disabilities living in their own homes by providing quality support services that will assist them to maintain independence, provide opportunities for community integration, and create a nurturing, safe and healthy environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• HS diploma/GED required.
• Computer skills.
• Able to push, pull, bend, stoop, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Must pass a criminal background check.

WHAT IS AVAILABLE:

• Full time Direct Support Professional Awake Night — 40 hours per week.
• Part-time Direct Support Professional Awake Night –10-39 hours per week.
  • Schedules for Awake Night shifts may vary by location.

STARTING WAGE:

• Full-time and part-time Direct Support Professionals start at $15/hr and after successful completion of the probationary period, will receive an increase to $15.25/hr
• Night Shift Differential is $0.50/hr between 10 pm and 6 am.

Sign-on bonus opportunities for Direct Support Professionals:
You may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $1000 paid out in increments over 6-month period.

WHAT WILL YOU DO

• Assist in daily living including cooking, cleaning, shopping, etc.
• Provide support for medical and health needs.
• Assist clients with personal care, including dressing, mobility, administering medication, personal hygiene, eating and transporting to doctor’s appointments.
• Ensure client safety and well-being.
• Provide a positive and fun environment.
• Help clients to learn applicable life skills and reach their personal goals.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING

• Creative problem solving, coaching, understanding, patience and kindness.
• Professionalism, integrity and excellent communication skills
• Willingness to support people’s preferences for community activities, leisure activities and work, as well as being and advocate for them to exercise their rights in various settings.
• Ability to stay alert and awake at all times.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

• Paid training! Includes First Aid & CPR certification, new hire training and annual required training.
• MEDICAL package for eligible employees (30+ hrs/week) includes major medical. QLC contributes $641.00 per month towards employee health insurance. Health insurance includes 3 choices of medical plans, one of which is FREE to the employee.
• Supplemental coverage includes: 2 choices of dental plans, a vision plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental Insurance with AFLAC.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which offers free counseling.
• Paid holidays
• 401K after one year of service with generous 20% company match of employee contribution
• Opportunities for advancement
• PTO available for full and part-time employees. Very generous accrual amounts: 40 hours after successful completion of the 6-month probationary period, 2 weeks for first year, 18 days for 1- 3 years of service, and additional increases as your years of service increase
• Giant warm fuzzies from making a difference.

 

Our Direct Support Professional positions are a great opportunity for those considering careers in Psychology, Nursing, Medical Assistant, Human Services, Social Work and other healthcare related fields. These are entry level positions with room for growth and can be a stepping stone for anyone interested in advancing their career. Whether you desire to pursue a career in the healthcare field, human services, or social work arena, get started with QLC. If you are already in the field and want to continue making a difference, then QLC is the place for you to work.

Think this job is a good fit?

Apply now – we’d love to have you on board!

MUST complete QLC application on QLC website.

If you would like to apply as a Direct Support Professional with Quality Life Concepts, submit your application online and then attend our pre-employment Interview Session, held every Tuesday at 10:00 am in our office at 215 Smelter Avenue NE, Great Falls, MT 59404. Interviews will be conducted at this time. If you can’t attend at this time, please call 452-9531 to schedule a time that works for you!

 

Equal Opportunity Employer