Direct Support Professional II

Caregiver • Williamsburg, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

DSP 2 is an advanced direct care role for team members who have attained additional required certifications and demonstrated competency to support individuals with higher medical needs and/or higher behavioral support needs. DSP 2 provides daily residential and community-based support to individuals receiving services. DSP 2 supports activities of daily living, skill development, community inclusion, and safe transportation while following each individual’s service plan and all Caregiver policies and regulatory requirements. DSP 2 functions and serves as an advanced direct care provider for individuals with higher acuity needs. DSP 2 is expected to apply enhanced clinical/behavioral support skills, model best practices, and help stabilize service delivery through strong documentation, situational leadership, and calm crisis response.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid state driver’s license and driving record that meets company insurance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to complete electronic documentation and perform basic computer functions.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding work in residential/community settings.
• Holds and maintains required state/company certifications for advanced medical/behavioral support (specific certifications to be defined by state/program).
• Demonstrated competency supporting higher-acuity individuals, including medication competence and/or behavior support competence per program requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide support with ADLs, housekeeping, meal prep, transportation, administering medications, and documentation.
• Provide advanced support for individuals with higher medical needs (e.g., complex medication routines, dietary/texture requirements, delegated nursing tasks where allowed by policy and licensure).
• Implement behavior support strategies consistently; respond to escalations using approved de-escalation and safety techniques.
• Serve as a peer resource/mentor for DSP 1 staff; support on-the-job coaching and modeling of documentation and care routines.
• Proactively identify risks (health, safety, behavioral, environmental) and communicate concerns to the Residential Coordinator and Area Director promptly.
• Participate in multidisciplinary coordination as requested (e.g., sharing observations for plan updates).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED