Direct Support Professional

Job Overview
Join our dedicated team as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), where you will play a vital role in empowering individuals with developmental disabilities, aging needs, or health challenges to live fulfilling, independent lives. This energetic and compassionate position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day by providing personalized support, ensuring safety, and fostering a positive environment. As a DSP, you will work closely with residents, families, and healthcare teams to deliver high-quality care that promotes dignity, respect, and well-being.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility to support their independence and comfort.
• Monitor residents’ health by taking vital signs, observing patient behavior, and reporting any changes or concerns promptly.
• Administer medications following care plans and HIPAA regulations to ensure safety and compliance.
• Prepare nutritious meals and assist with cooking while maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen area.
• Support residents during community outings or activities, encouraging social engagement and participation.
• Maintain a safe environment by performing cleaning duties, adhering to safety protocols like CPR and first aid procedures, and using equipment such as Hoyer lifts or resident lifts safely.
• Document care activities accurately in resident records, including progress notes, incident reports, and updates to care plans.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working in group homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home & community care is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of patient observation techniques, medication administration, and vital signs monitoring.
• Certification in first aid and CPR is required; additional certifications such as HIPAA training or dementia care are advantageous.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, Alzheimer’s disease or dementia is desirable.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and assist with mobility devices like Hoyer lifts when necessary.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members and engage positively with residents.
• Compassionate attitude with a commitment to providing respectful and person-centered care in various settings including hospice care or home health environments. Join us in creating a supportive atmosphere where every individual’s needs are met with enthusiasm and professionalism! This paid position offers the chance to develop your caregiving skills while making a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve.

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid orientation
• Paid training

Work Location: In person