Direct Support Professional

Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and energetic Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide vital assistance and care to individuals with developmental disabilities, mental health challenges, or age-related conditions. In this role, you will empower residents to live as independently as possible while ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being. Your dedication will foster a positive environment where individuals thrive, grow, and achieve their personal goals. This paid position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives through dedicated caregiving and support.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using equipment such as Hoyer lifts or wheelchairs.
• Monitor residents’ health by taking vital signs, observing changes in behavior or condition, and reporting findings accurately while adhering to HIPAA regulations.
• Prepare nutritious meals and snacks in accordance with dietary plans, ensuring proper food handling and cleanliness standards are maintained.
• Implement individualized care plans designed by healthcare professionals to support residents’ physical, emotional, and social needs.
• Administer medications safely following prescribed schedules and document all medication administration in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment by performing light housekeeping duties such as cleaning common areas and resident rooms.
• Support residents during outings or community activities to promote social engagement and independence.

Requirements

• Prior experience working in assisted living facilities, group homes, nursing homes, or home & community care settings is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of patient observation techniques, dementia care (including Alzheimer’s and memory care), autism support, hospice care, and working with individuals with disabilities is essential.
• Certifications such as CPR, First Aid, HIPAA compliance training, and medication administration are required or can be obtained upon hire.
• Ability to lift heavy objects safely and assist with transfers using equipment like Hoyer lifts or resident lifts.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members, residents, families, and healthcare providers.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to improve the quality of life for those you serve. Join us in making a positive impact every day! We are committed to supporting our staff through ongoing training opportunities and fostering a rewarding work environment where your dedication truly matters. This is a paid position that offers the chance to develop your caregiving skills while enriching the lives of others through compassionate service.

Pay: From $17.50 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 35.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid orientation
• Paid training
• Referral program

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person