Direct Support Professional
About The Position
Barber National Institute is hiring Direct Support Professionals to support people with developmental disabilities in its residential homes. DSPs help individuals pursue personal goals and live active, independent lives through person-centered support. The organization is urgently hiring for part-time second-shift positions and weekend positions on second or third shift in Millcreek, Iroquois, East Erie, and West Erie. The role includes assisting with daily living, community participation, transportation, personal choices, emotional support, and household upkeep. DSPs collaborate with caregivers, families, and medical professionals to provide holistic care. Starting pay is $18 per hour, or $19 per hour with NADSP, and the posting offers a $1,000 new-hire sign-on incentive. Barber National Institute is a nonprofit founded in 1952. It provides services for children and adults with autism, intellectual disabilities, or behavioral health challenges and their families, serving more than 6,200 individuals annually through educational, vocational, residential, and behavioral health programs.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years or older.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
- Must be eligible for background checks and FBI clearances, if necessary.
- Ability to pass Medication Administration and CPR/First Aid Certification.
- Access to a personal mobile device for work communication.
Responsibilities
- Support individuals with daily living needs, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication management.
- Help individuals participate in community activities, hobbies, and social events and build relationships.
- Provide transportation to work, appointments, and social gatherings.
- Advocate for individuals' choices and ensure they have a voice in their personal care and decisions.
- Provide emotional support and celebrate individuals' successes and milestones.
- Help with housekeeping to maintain a comfortable and welcoming home environment.
- Collaborate with caregivers, families, and medical professionals to provide holistic, person-centered care.
Benefits
- Teladoc virtual health
- On-demand pay
- Employee referral bonus program
- Student loan forgiveness
- College scholarship and tuition discounts
- Employee discounts
- Discounted on-site weekday childcare at the Erie campus
- Generous paid time off
- $1,000 new-hire sign-on incentive
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
