Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Henry, Fulton, Williams, and Defiance Counties
About The Position
Direct support professionals (DSPs) make a difference by assisting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities with their daily needs and activities. Through the care provided, residents have the opportunity to reach their greatest level of independence. DSPs are involved in various community activities, including assisting with shopping, accompanying individuals to local events, and providing training and assistance. This role is interactive and active, with each day being different. Filling Homes is a faith-based community that provides physical and emotional support to those living with developmental and intellectual challenges, aiming to serve with compassion and integrity by supporting the journey toward new life skills and goals.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED (preferred but not necessary)
- Willingness to learn
- Effective verbal and written communication and comprehension skills
- Positive and caring attitude
- Must be able to read and write with good comprehension.
- Must have genuine interest in working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Demonstrate patience and good judgement.
Responsibilities
- Assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities with their daily needs and activities.
- Assist with routine daily activities in a group home setting.
- Help residents with dining, mobility, and hygiene activities.
- Accompany residents to run errands.
- Accompany residents to special community occasions and fun activities like outdoor walks, games, and social events.
- Sit down to talk and connect with residents.
Benefits
- Competitive wages
- Paid training
- Starting wage of $17.00 per hour with opportunities for wage increases in as little as 3 months
- $0.75-$1.75/hour shift differential
- Vision/dental/medical insurance plans after 30 days of employment
- Opportunities for advancement
- Opportunity for annual wage increase
- Paid time off hours that begin accumulating from your first day of employment
- Layoff-proof career
- Compensation while attending parties, special events, and offsite outings
- Flexible hours to balance family and work responsibilities
- Access to free counseling services
- Access to on-staff Success Coach
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
