Direct Support Professional

Job Summary
Join our dedicated team as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), where you will play a vital role in empowering individuals with developmental disabilities, mental health challenges, or age-related conditions to live fulfilling, independent lives. This energetic and compassionate role involves providing personalized care, assisting with daily activities, and fostering a supportive environment that promotes dignity and respect. Your efforts will directly enhance the quality of life for residents and clients, making a meaningful difference every day.

Duties

• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility to promote independence and comfort.
• Monitor residents’ health by taking vital signs, observing patient conditions, and reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
• Support medication administration in accordance with care plans and HIPAA regulations to ensure safety and compliance.
• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs, ensuring proper food handling and cleanliness standards are maintained.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment by performing light housekeeping duties including cleaning common areas and resident rooms.
• Document care activities accurately in resident records, adhering to HIPAA guidelines and facility policies.

Requirements

• Prior experience working in group homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home & community care settings is highly preferred but not necessary.
• Certification in First Aid and CPR is required;
• Demonstrated ability to work with people with developmental disabilities.
• Strong patient observation skills to monitor health status and respond appropriately to emergencies or behavioral changes.
• Knowledge of medication administration procedures and care plan implementation while maintaining confidentiality under HIPAA regulations.
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with team members, residents, families, and healthcare providers. Join us in making a positive impact through compassionate caregiving! We are committed to supporting your professional growth while providing meaningful services that improve lives every day. All positions are paid roles dedicated to fostering a safe, respectful environment for both staff and residents alike.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid orientation
• Paid training
• Referral program

Work Location: In person