Direct Support Professional
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
The DSP supports individuals with daily living activities, community participation, emotional support, health and safety, and skill-building goals. This role is hands-on, meaningful, and essential to the well-being of the people we serve. Responsibilities
- Assist with daily living activities (meal prep, light cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping, etc.)
- Support clients during community outings, appointments, and errands.
- Provide companionship, emotional support, and skill-building assistance.
- Follow the client’s Individual Support Plan (ISP) and agency policies.
- Maintain safety and awareness throughout the shift.
- Provide accurate medication reminders (non-medical)
- Complete documentation clearly and on time
- Maintain professional boundaries and strict confidentiality (HIPAA compliant)
- Report concerns or behavioral changes to management
- Take paid meal breaks while remaining in view of the client (as required by agency protocol)
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Valid driver’s license preferred
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to pass a DOJ/FBI Live Scan background check
- CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain
- Ability to safely lift or support up to 25 lbs
- Strong communication skills, patience, and professionalism
- Experience as DSP, caregiver, CNA, PCA, or similar (preferred but not required)
- Flexible scheduling options
- Day, evening, weekend, and overnight shifts available
- Full-time and part-time positions open
- Competitive hourly pay
- Paid training
- Paid 30-minute meal breaks
- Supportive leadership and ongoing coaching
- Direct deposit
- Growth opportunities within the agency
- Supportive and respectful leadership
- Positive, teamwork-driven environment
- Person-centered mission that makes a real difference
- Training, structure, and consistent support from management
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