Your Impact is Life Changing.

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Imagine

a job that can literally change someone’s life.

For over 60 years, Black Hills Works has created opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Black Hills.

The people we support are at the center of our agency and the choices that impact their lives.  More than 600 people are supported by providing homes, employment, recreation, and a vibrant social community.

8th Largest

Non-Government Employer in Rapid City1

Best Nonprofit

Voted Best of the Black Hills in 2020 & 2021

466

Employees that work at Black Hills Works

76%

Employees that provide direct care

27

Housing units that the people we serve call home

Learn More About Black Hills Works

blackhillsworks.org

Opportunities

Unconventional jobs that are full of potential.

  • Direct Support Professional (DSP)
  • Behavioral Health
  • Custodial Services
  • Administration & Support
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Direct Support Professional A Job With Purpose

Direct support professionals (DSP) are at the heart of what we do at Black Hills Works. As a DSP you will help adults with disabilities live, work, and play.

Not Your Typical Office Job

Not Your Typical Office Job

As a DSP you will work at a residence, job location, and within the community, helping the people we support achieve their goals and overcome various challenges they face. It’s a job that is intimate and transformational for both you and the people you support.

Team Based Work Environment

Team Based Work Environment

You are a vital part of a team that creates opportunity for the people we support to live, work, and play. All areas of Black Hills Works collaborate to ensure you have the resources you need to be successful.

A Stable Job that Fits Your Life

A Stable Job that Fits Your Life

With so many positions, shifts, and work environments, you can find the right fit for you and your work-life balance. 

Turn Your Job into a Career

Turn Your Job into a Career

On-the-job training, leadership development, certifications, and credentialing programs are offered to build your skills and income potential. You can find the right path for you to grow as a professional and make Black Hills Works your career. We invest in you and your future! Find out more on our Q&A page.

Supportive and Inclusive Company Culture

Supportive and Inclusive Company Culture

We have a diverse, ambitious workforce that is passionate about changing the lives of the people with disabilities we support. You are our most valued resource. We are committed to providing you the training you need to do your job successfully.

Direct Support Professionals A Day in the Life

A Job With Benefits

Our commitment to serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities starts with our commitment to support and invest in you.

  • Financial Security

    We offer competitive wages and other tools to help you strengthen and grow your financial security.

    • Competitive compensation
    • Shift differential pay
    • Bonuses
    • 401k retirement savings with employer match

  • Work Life

    Strong personal relationships, comradery, and support are at the core of our team-based work environment.

    • Generous paid time off
    • Flexible schedules
    • Casual dress code
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • State-of-the-art fitness center
    • Team-oriented social events
    • Cell phone discounts with Verizon and AT&T

  • Health

    Affordable health benefits and planning tools for life's unexpected challenges are available.

    • Health Coverage
    • Dental Benefits
    • Vision Benefits
    • Life Insurance
    • Disability Insurance

  • Career

    We provide the opportunity to invest in yourself to enhance your skills as an employee so you can grow in your career. 

    • On-the-job training
    • Leadership development
    • Nationally recognized certification and credentialing programs
    • Established career paths
    • Tuition reimbursement
    • Public Service Loan Forgiveness - PSLF

Find a Life Changing Job at Black Hills Works.

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Employee Experiences

  • Jameson
  • Gina
  • Josh
  • Lea

  • Jameson

    Direct Support Professional (Day Services) - "The best part of being a Direct Support Professional is the relationships that I get to build with the people supported.  I have the privilege to advocate for two amazing individuals, getting to spend time with them and support them to achieve their goals is my favorite part of my job/career."

  • Gina

    Internal Support Coordinator - "The people that we support at Black Hills Works are AWESOME! They are the reason we come to work every day. The emotions, memories and moments that you create, you can’t get anywhere else. You make a difference every day. There’s no place like it in the world, give it a chance…you won’t regret it!”

  • Josh

    Direct Support Professional (Residential) - "The job is fulfilling in that you get to help people live their lives. I'm making a difference every day."

  • Lea

    Direct Support Professional (Day Services) - I value the relationships I have made with the people and staff that I have worked with. I also like the variety...no day is ever the same. For me, the best part is having the ability to support people in the community, and seing them build connections and friendships while volunteering, experiencing and exploring the world around them.

  • Jameson
  • Gina
  • Josh
  • Lea

Employee Work Life

Black Hills Works Our Why

“We exist so that people with disabilities and those that support them live a meaningful life full of joy and everyday experiences.”

Brad Saathoff
CEO
Black Hills Works & BH Services

Questions about joining Black Hills Works?

Learn more about our interview and hiring process on our frequently asked questions page.

Careers at Black Hills Works