Job Title:Direct Support Professional (Caregiver)
Company:Firefly (Supportive Living & Employment Services)
📍 Location: Ava, Missouri
🕒 Employment Type:Full‑Time
No experience necessary — we provide paid training.
All we need is your compassionate, caring heart.
Are you passionate about helping others live fuller, more independent lives?
Join Firefly as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) Caregiverand make a meaningful difference
every day.
At Firefly, being a DSPisn’tabout perfection—it’sabout presence, patience, and connection. In this role,you’llsupport adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities as they build independence, confidence, and meaningful lives within their communities.
“The best dayisn’tabout perfection but calm mornings, small wins, and real connection. Ending the day tired but fulfilled by knowing someone felt heard, seen, and supported because you showed up.”
— Katelyn Collins, Direct Support Professional
As a DSP,you’llprovide daily support that helps individuals achieve personal goals, develop life skills, andparticipatefully in everyday life.You’llbe part of a team that values dignity, growth, and human connection.
“My best day as a DSP would be knowing that I changed just one person’s life—helping individuals overcome obstacles, learn new skills, and build relationships. Being a DSP is not easy, but it is meaningful and rewarding.”
— Amber Dill, Direct Support Professional
While the work can be challenging at times, it is deeply impactful and offersa strong senseof purpose—both for you and the individuals you support.
WhatYou’llEnjoy:
ForFull‑TimeEmployees (30+ hours/week):
✅ Holiday Pay
✅ PTO thataccruesand can be usedimmediately
✅ Free Health Insurance Plan available
For All Employees (Full‑Time&Part‑Time):
Employee Discounts (Verizon, AT&T, and more)
Employee Assistance Program (free counseling, legal aid, and financial guidance)
Mileage reimbursement forwork‑relatedtravel
Comprehensive, supportive training (no experiencerequired)
Opportunities for career growth and advancement
A welcoming, supportive work culture that values your wellbeing
WhatYou’llDo in This Position:
Support adults with developmental disabilities in their homes and communities
Help individuals access community resources andparticipatein social activities
Provide transportation for appointments, shopping, and community outings
Teach independent living skills such as cooking, cleaning, and money management
Assistwith daily living needs, including personal care and hygiene
Document client progress, achievements, and milestones
Communicate effectively with clients, families, and team members
Followeach individual’sIndividual Support Plan (ISP)
Participate in team meetings and training sessions
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Strong communicationand interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Basic computer skills
Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license (if applicable)
Ability to pass a background check
Work Environment
Work primarily in clients’ homes and community settings
Some travelrequired
May involve lifting or moving up to 50 pounds
Work in a variety of environments, including homes, public spaces, and outdoors
Must be able to work varying shifts, including weekends
A Career with Purpose
Ifyou’relooking for more than just a job—if you wantworkthat truly matters—this is your opportunity to make a difference, one meaningful moment at a time.
Position Perks & Benefits:
Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness
Brightli is on a Mission:
A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.
As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Firefly is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.
Brightli is the one of the largest behavioral health and addiction treatment providers in the U.S. We operate as the parent company of Burrell Behavioral Health, Preferred Family Healthcare, Brightli Foundation, Firefly Supported Living & Employment Services, Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health, Adult & Child Health, Comprehensive Mental Health Serivces, and Places for People (effective 7/1/24). Bringing these organizations together under one parent company is a groundbreaking solution to the healthcare needs of the communities we serve. Working under the parent company model allows us to share resources, increase access to care, and, ultimately, save more lives.
