What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Choices for Community Living?
Direct Support Professional (Direct Care Worker)
Locations: New Castle, Kent, and Sussex Counties, Delaware
Starting Pay: $18.50 per hour
Are you looking for a career where you can make a meaningful difference every day? Choices for Community Living is hiring compassionate, dependable individuals to join our team as Direct Support Professionals.
In this role, you'll provide support to adults with developmental disabilities, helping them live as independently as possible while encouraging community involvement and personal growth.
Responsibilities
- Assist with daily living activities and personal care
- Support individuals with meal preparation and dietary needs
- Administer medications after completing required certification
- Encourage community participation and recreational activities
- Help individuals achieve personal goals and increase independence
- Complete required documentation accurately and timely
- Maintain a safe, respectful, and person-centered environment
Qualifications
- Valid Delaware driver's license
- Ability to assist individuals with mobility and daily activities, including lifting, transferring, bending, walking, kneeling, squatting, reaching, and climbing as needed
- Successful completion of a criminal background check, physical examination, and drug screening
- Ability to complete all required state and agency training
Schedule
- Full-time and part-time opportunities available
- Day, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts
- Schedules based on program needs
Benefits
- Starting pay of $18.50 per hour
- Paid training
- Opportunities for career advancement
- 401(k)
- Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees
- Paid time off
- Supportive team environment
If you're passionate about helping others and want to build a rewarding career, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to join the team at Choices for Community Living and help make a positive impact in the lives of the individuals we support.
Pay: From $18.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
Application Question(s):
- Should you be selected to onboard, will you be able to complete the required background check and physical screening within the 3-day timeframe?
- Have you previously worked with Choices for Community Living?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License with 5 or less points (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Dover, DE: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19