Direct Support Professional

Caregiver • Logan, OH

5h

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP 1) provides daily residential and community-based support to adults receiving services for intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role supports activities of daily living, skill development, community inclusion, and safe transportation while following each individual’s service plan and Caregiver policies and regulatory requirements.

DSPs assist with personal care, household routines, meal planning and preparation, and community activities. They support individuals’ independence, social interaction, leisure activities, and development of socially valued behaviors. The position also includes medication administration as trained and directed, accurate documentation and reporting, and participation in required training and coaching. Caregiver describes the work as helping people live independently and making a meaningful difference in their daily lives.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and clear background check.
• Reliability, integrity, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to complete electronic documentation and perform basic computer functions.
• Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding work in residential and community settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support with activities of daily living, including grooming, eating, bathing, and dressing.
• Support meal planning and preparation, household routines, and basic housekeeping.
• Help plan outings, encourage independence, and build community connections.
• Support community integration, social interaction, leisure activities, and the development of socially valued behaviors.
• Provide transportation to work, appointments, and approved community activities while following company vehicle safety requirements.
• Administer medications as trained and directed, according to policy and each individual’s plan.
• Complete accurate and timely daily notes, service delivery documentation, tracking logs, and incident or injury reports.
• Meet mandatory reporting requirements, including timely reporting of injuries and suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
• Participate in required training and coaching, demonstrate professional ethics and teamwork, and perform other assigned tasks.
• Advocate for and encourage the individuals receiving support.

Benefits

• No-credit-check bank accounts for all employees, with cash advance opportunities.
• $3,000 in annual tuition reimbursement for eligible full-time employees, up to a $12,000 maximum.
• $10,000 in life insurance for all employees at no cost.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Voluntary life insurance.
• 401(k).

What This Job Offers

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