Direct Support Professional - Sunday, Monday & Wednesday 9a-9p

Chimes•Felton, DE

About The Position

Chimes is a not-for-profit organization that supports people with intellectual and behavioral challenges in reaching their fullest potential. Direct Support Professionals provide person-centered assistance and supervision to promote individuals’ safety, engagement, well-being, independence, and community participation. The posted schedule is Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., with a set pay rate of $18.00 per hour. The role includes assisting with personal care, implementing individualized care plans, administering medications, maintaining a safe and organized environment, using approved behavior intervention techniques, documenting activities and incidents, and communicating with supervisors, teammates, and service providers. DSPs also attend required training and meetings and may work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Depending on assignment, duties may include supporting structured day-program activities and outings, helping with independent living skills and household tasks, or covering different locations and conducting overnight safety checks.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Must obtain and maintain active Certified Medication Technician (CMT), CPR/First Aid, and Mandt or other crisis intervention certifications.
Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to follow detailed care plans and work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to lift, push, or pull at least 50 pounds to assist with mobility and daily tasks.
Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record as determined by agency policies.
Patience, empathy, and commitment to person-centered support.

Nice To Haves

Additional coursework or certifications in human services preferred.
Prior experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide direct support and supervision to ensure individuals’ safety, engagement, and well-being.
Assist with personal care, including hygiene, dressing, mobility, and meal preparation.
Follow individualized care plans and support individuals’ goals and skill development.
Administer medications in accordance with agency policies and regulations.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment and follow health and safety protocols.
Use approved behavior intervention techniques to support emotional and behavioral regulation.
Document daily activities, progress, incidents, and other required information accurately.
Facilitate community integration through activities, events, and social interactions.
Communicate with supervisors, team members, and external service providers.
Attend required training, staff meetings, and professional development sessions.
Work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Treat individuals with dignity, respect, and kindness.
For day-program assignments, engage individuals in structured learning, socialization, and skill-development activities; monitor participation; transport individuals to program activities and community outings; and collaborate with the day-program team.
For residential assignments, support independent living skills such as housekeeping, budgeting, and cooking; assist with shopping and meal planning and preparation; monitor and report health concerns; help ensure medical appointments are scheduled and attended; and liaise with families and healthcare providers.
For floater assignments, provide coverage in different home and program environments, travel between assigned locations, maintain consistent care and documentation across sites, and remain awake and conduct scheduled safety checks during overnight shifts.