Direct Support Professional (DSP) | 2nd Shift | Full-time (32hours) | Christian Hills

Hope Network Careers•Rochester, MI

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides medically necessary and appropriate personal care and community-living supports to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, severe mental illness, and/or co-occurring diagnoses. The role may support mobility, activities of daily living, communication, cognition, health management, social networking, vocational goals, leisure-time management, and community participation. The DSP supports safety, personal care, development, relationships, health, and community connection. This includes monitoring individuals’ safety, building collaborative relationships, supporting daily living and independence, assisting with health-related needs and care plans, and helping individuals participate in community, social, educational, volunteer, and employment activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid State of Michigan driver's license.
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Ability to become certified in CPR/First Aid.
Basic computer skills.
Dedication to assigned duties and performance expectations.
Empathy, patience, understanding, enthusiasm, and dedication in helping others.
Trustworthiness, integrity, and honesty.
Respect for diversity and inclusion.
Professional communication, pleasantness, attendance, attention to accuracy and follow-through, reliability, teamwork, and punctuality.
Participation in continuous education, training, and personal development.

Responsibilities

Monitor and ensure individuals’ safety, including eyes-on, one-on-one, or scheduled checks as needed.
Support crisis prevention, intervention, and resolution.
Build collaborative relationships based on trust and empathy through consistent, meaningful communication.
Foster partnership with individuals served, the community, and other professionals.
Help individuals develop problem-solving, communication, and independence skills.
Assist individuals in identifying and participating in social and leisure activities, including transportation or escort to community and in-house events.
Assist with activities of daily living, including transportation, dressing, bathing, grooming, restroom assistance, and cooking.
Monitor vital signs for medical conditions or illness and promote positive behavior.
Attend medical appointments and relay accurate information between medical providers and the care team.
Understand, read, and implement medical, behavioral, and/or clinical team care plans.
Provide accurate, timely, descriptive documentation.
Connect individuals with community opportunities and places to develop relationships.
Support community participation, volunteering, career or employment goals, and educational interests.