Direct Support Professional

Job Description

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity as a Direct Support Professional at the Intensive Behavior Center. There are multiple shifts and full-time positions available.
The Intensive Behavior Center (IBC) is an intensive, short-term treatment facility in Boulder, Montana for individuals who have intellectual disabilities. This 12-bed facility provides an environment for building healthy, effective, and fulfilling lives so those receiving treatment can live successfully in the community after discharge. Direct Support Professionals (DSP) provide assistance and support to clients in maintaining a therapeutic environment. Responsibilities include, Providing clients with routine emotional and physical care. Transporting clients to treatments, vocational, and recreational activities. Documenting clients' interaction and participation with activities.
This position is eligible for a hiring incentive up to $7,500. Find out more by visiting
work4dphhs.com
.
Why Join DPHHS: Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation (15 days per year), sick leave (12 days per year), and holidays (11 per year), work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity:
Basic knowledge of developmental, behavioral, and psychiatric disorders.
Knowledge of practices and methods for providing care.
Ability to make observations and report information accurately.
Ability to handle with high stress situations.
Meet minimum qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Preferred one year of experience providing care to individuals with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric disorders.
Experience/knowledge of techniques and responsibilities surrounding the use of physical restraint and methods to avoid such use.

How to Apply:
To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit your application on the State of Montana careers website.
Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.

Applicant Pool Statement
:

If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.

Training Assignment
:

This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary: $

26.41

-

26.41

Hourly

Sign-On Bonus
:

This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus for qualifying employees, as described
here
, in the amount of $
7500.00

Telework Eligibility
:

Not Telework Eligible

Benefits Package Eligibility
:

Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings
:

6

Employee Status
:

Regular

Schedule
:

Full-Time

Job Type
:

Standard

Shift
:

Variable

Travel
:

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Primary Location
:

Boulder

Agency
:

Department of Public Health & Human Services

Union
:

American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME)

Posting Date
:

Sep 2, 2026, 4:57:41 PM

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone)
:

Sep 24, 2026, 1:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials
:

None

Contact Name
:

Kellie Richetti

|

Contact Email
:

kellie.Richetti@mt.gov

|

Contact Phone
:

406-444-5936

Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711.
Montana Job Service Offices
also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.
State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.

Requirements

minimum qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Preferred one year of experience providing care to individuals with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric disorders.
Experience/knowledge of techniques and responsibilities surrounding the use of physical restraint and methods to avoid such use.