What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Adult Developmental Services?
Date posted: September 8, 2026
Pay: From $17.03 per hour
Job description:
Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide high-quality care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, cognitive impairments, and age-related conditions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to enhancing the quality of life for residents through personalized assistance, engaging activities, and respectful communication. As a DSP, you will play a vital role in fostering independence, ensuring safety, and promoting well-being within residential or community-based settings. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you serve while working in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Duties
- Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.
- Monitor vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rates to support health assessments and communicate changes to healthcare professionals.
- Provide medication administration following prescribed protocols while maintaining accurate documentation.
- Support residents with memory care needs, including Alzheimer’s disease and dementia care, utilizing specialized techniques to reduce confusion and agitation.
- Engage residents in recreational activities, socialization, and therapeutic exercises that promote mental stimulation and emotional well-being.
- Practice safe patient lifting techniques and manual handling procedures to prevent injuries for both residents and staff.
- Maintain cleanliness of living environments by performing light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning common areas and personal spaces.
- Document daily observations, behavioral changes, and care provided accurately in resident records.
- Foster positive communication with clients, families, and team members to ensure coordinated care plans are followed effectively.
Qualifications
- Prior experience in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or residential care homes is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to assist with ADLs and provide personal care with compassion and professionalism.
- Knowledge of dementia care, Alzheimer’s care, memory care strategies, and geriatrics is essential.
- Certification in CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) and First Aid is required; ongoing training is preferred.
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or cognitive impairments is advantageous.
- Familiarity with medication administration protocols and safe patient lifting practices is necessary.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations including seniors and persons with disabilities.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting when necessary while adhering to safety guidelines for manual handling.
- Valid driver’s license for standard passenger car operation may be required depending on the role’s scope of transportation needs.
Join our team as a Direct Support Professional to deliver compassionate care that empowers individuals to live fulfilling lives!
Benefits:
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
Pay: From $17.03 per hour
Expected hours: 24.0 – 36.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17