What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at MEP Health?
Role: Provide compassionate support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a community-based setting.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with personal care and support daily living skills
- Administer medications according to established procedures
- Support transportation and help individuals participate in recreational activities
- Follow person-centered plans and provide services with dignity, independence, and inclusion
- Document services and communicate with families and supervisors
- Maintain a safe, respectful environment
- Compassionate, patient, and respectful approach to caregiving
- Ability to support individualized, person-centered plans
- Basic understanding of medication administration and documentation expectations
- Strong communication skills and teamwork mindset
- Experience as a DSP, caregiver, or CNA (or related caregiving experience)