Direct Support Professional - Sunday, Monday & Tuesday : 7am -7pm

Chimes•Bear, DE

About The Position

Chimes is a not-for-profit organization that supports people with intellectual and behavioral challenges in achieving their fullest potential. Direct Support Professionals provide person-centered support across Chimes’ services, helping individuals stay safe, engaged, and well, develop skills, and participate in their communities. This position is scheduled Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., at a set pay rate of $18.00 per hour. DSPs assist with personal care, individualized care plans, medication administration, behavior support, documentation, and maintaining a safe and organized environment. Depending on the assignment, responsibilities may also include facilitating structured day-program activities, supporting independent living skills in residential settings, or providing coverage across locations. The role requires ongoing training and participation in staff meetings, patience and empathy, and the ability to treat individuals with dignity, respect, and kindness.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must obtain and maintain active Certified Medication Technician (CMT) certification.
Must obtain and maintain active CPR/First Aid certification.
Must obtain and maintain active Mandt or other crisis intervention training certification.
Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to follow detailed care plans and work independently as well as part of a team.
Ability to lift, push, or pull at least 50 pounds to assist individuals 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.
Prior experience working with individuals with disabilities.

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.
Implement 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, colleagues, and external service providers.
Attend required training, staff meetings, and professional development sessions.
Engage individuals in structured day-program activities and support their participation, when assigned to a day program.
Transport individuals to and from program activities and community outings, when assigned to a day program.
Support independent living skills, including housekeeping, budgeting, and cooking, when assigned to a residential setting.
Assist with grocery shopping, meal planning, and meal preparation based on dietary needs and preferences, when assigned to a residential setting.
Monitor and report health concerns and help ensure medical appointments are scheduled and attended, when assigned to a residential setting.
Liaise with individuals, families, and healthcare providers to support continuity of care, when assigned to a residential setting.
Adapt to different home and program environments, travel between locations as assigned, and maintain consistent care and documentation, when working as a floater.
Remain awake and alert during overnight shifts and conduct scheduled safety checks, when assigned.
Work a flexible schedule, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays, to meet program needs.
Treat all individuals with dignity, respect, and kindness.