Every day at Full Life, you'll directly contribute to enhancing the independence and well-being of individuals with developmental disabilities. Make a real difference in people's lives, supporting them to achieve their personal goals and dreams.

We offer continuous training and professional development to help you grow in your role and advance your career within the organization.

We prioritize a healthy work-life balance with flexible scheduling to accommodate the needs of our staff and their families.

Flexible part-time and full-time positions to fit your scheduling needs in various locations throughout the Island of Hawai’i, including but not limited to:

• Kona
• Hilo
• North Hawai'i/Kohala (Waimea, Waikoloa, Hawi)
• Kau (Ocean View, Naalehu, Pahala, Volcano)
• Hamakua

• Starting full-time (35-40 hrs/week) Direct Support Professional earns $35,000 - $43,600 per year depending on hours worked and location of services.
• Opportunities for more than $5,000  per year overtime by volunteering to cover additional shifts
• Earn 1.5X usual pay for working major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years)

• Health insurance with acupuncture and massage benefits (full time employees)
• Up to 1 week of paid time off (full time employees)
• 3% Match for 401k retirement plan after 90 days of employment
• Workers Compensation
• Temporary disability insurance
• Non-taxable mileage reimbursement up to $2.00 per hour worked (certain services)
• Mobile phone reimbursements of $10 per month, if eligible
• New to the profession? Up to 60 annual hours of paid training.

• Full-time employees earn an annual benefit plan worth, on average, $10,000 per year if eligible.

• Full Life’s Executive Director, Office Managers, Program Specialists, and Program Coordinators (5 of 7), all started as Direct Support Professionals!

• $200 monthly health stipend for eligible employees who have insurance through a spouse, dependent, or government.
• Referral bonuses for both you and your referral are up to $500.
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance $50 per month.
• Flexible Savings Accounts for Health and Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling for employees and immediate household members (up to 6 sessions a year) and other free consultation benefits.
• Bonuses when the organization meets goals.
• When overtime is available, any qualified employee can request extra hours, regardless of seniority to cover open shifts.
• Hours available are Monday - Sunday days, evenings, and some overnights.
• Regular activities with the Full Life 'Ohana.
• Career and mentorship opportunities.

• High school diploma or GED. If you don't have either of these qualifications, our supervisors can evaluate your skills and certify that you can perform key job functions such as documentation and reading comprehension.
• Must be 18 years or older.

• Active CPR and First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain before starting – Full Life will arrange and reimburse for CPR/FIRST AID upon hire and prior to starting work with participants.
• Tb Clearances – Full Life will help you to obtain the necessary clearances prior to starting work with participants

Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, an active auto insurance policy, and a clean driving record:

• No more than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years
• No major violations (DUI within the past 10 years, no speeding in excess of 20 mph over the speed limit, racing, hit and run, etc.)
• No more than 1 at-fault accident within the past 3 years.

• Proof of tuberculosis clearance within the past year (or clearance prior to starting). Full Life will assist you with obtaining your clearance.
• Background checks are performed after conditional offers please see this link for details on background checks and disqualifying convictions.

• No previous work experience is necessary; we will train and develop the right person!