DSP (Direct Support Professional with Experience)

Job description:

Job Summary

Are you passionate about empowering others and making a real difference in your community? As a Direct Support Professional, you’ll play a vital role in enhancing the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities—both at home and in the community. You’ll provide person-centered care, encourage independence, and ensure safety and dignity in every interaction.

Duties

• Deliver hands-on support with daily living activities, personal care, and mobility
• Foster independence and community involvement for individuals with disabilities
• Implement and adapt individualized care plans and behavioral strategies (BSP)
• Ensure a safe, respectful environment that protects individual rights and well-being
• Support individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other diverse needs
• Maintain strict confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA standards
• Provide transportation and accompany individuals to medical, therapy, and community appointments
  
  
  

Skills

• Strong knowledge of behavioral support plans (BSPs) and home care practices
• Ability to assist individuals with mobility and personal care needs
• Proficient in goal tracking and implementing individualized support strategies
• Solid understanding of individual rights, person-centered advocacy, and HIPAA compliance
• Compassionate, reliable, and adaptable with excellent interpersonal skills
  
  
  

Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license and access to your own reliable transportation.
• Prior experience as a DSP
• Client prefers female staff
  
  
  

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
  
  
  

Work Location: In person