Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver
About The Position
A Direct Support Professional (DSP) caregiver provides direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual and developmental, and physical disabilities. The role aims to empower people to live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining their dignity and respect. The DSP provides hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance; supports individuals’ comfort, safety, and personal growth; and assists with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, and personal hygiene. The role offers a meaningful career, a reliable work schedule, varied day-to-day experiences, and paid training for candidates who meet the basic job requirements.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Be person-centered, patient, and kind.
- Be dependable, adaptable, and flexible.
- Be observant and detail-oriented.
- Serve as a positive role model and work as part of a team.
- Be committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment.
- Have computer skills for documentation.
- Hold a valid driver's license because the role involves transporting persons served.
- Successfully pass a background clearance as part of onboarding/employment.
- Have reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with team members.
Responsibilities
- Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance to individuals served.
- Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of individuals served.
- Assist with daily living tasks, including mobility, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, and personal hygiene.
- Document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with internal and external team members.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance for full-time employees
- Supplemental insurance
- Flexible spending and HSA accounts for full-time employees
- Pet insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) plan with a 3% employer match after one year of service
- Paid time off for eligible employees
- PTO donation
- Growth and development opportunities
- Employee referral program
- Employee assistance program
- Mileage reimbursement
- National brand discounts
- TapCheck access to 50% of pay before payday
- Paid training and orientation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
