Direct Support Professional (Thurs, Fri, Sat: 7 am - 7 pm)

Chimes • Wilmington, DE

1d • $18

About The Position

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – $18/hour Make a Difference. Build a Career. Change Lives. Join Chimes , a mission-driven nonprofit where compassion meets purpose. As a Direct Support Professional, you’ll empower individuals with intellectual and behavioral challenges to live with dignity, independence, and confidence—while growing in a supportive, team-focused environment. Why Chimes Meaningful, purpose-driven work Paid training and ongoing professional development Culture rooted in dignity, respect, and compassion What You’ll Do Provide hands-on support with kindness and respect Assist with personal care including: dressing, toileting, hygiene, feeding, bathing and other daily living skills Follow individualized care plans and document progress Administer medications in accordance with policy Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment Use approved behavior support techniques Encourage community engagement and participation Some DSP roles will require travel and support from Residential to Day programs What You Bring High school diploma or GED Experience in disability services preferred (not required—we train!) Ability to lift, push, or pull 50+ lbs. Valid U.S. driver’s license - Meet one of the following driving record requirements? At least 3 years of unsuspended driving history with no more than 3 points, or At least 2 years of unsuspended driving history with a clean driving record Why You’ll Love Working Here Medical plans starting at $6.90/month (Day 1 coverage) Dental and vision insurance Life and disability insurance Generous paid time off 403(b) retirement plan with employer match Paid training and tuition assistance Tickets at Work Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs Clear pathways for growth and advancement ✨ Join a team where your work truly matters—every single day. Apply today: https://chimes.org/Careers Follow Us: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn #cdv302

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to lift, push, or pull 50+ lbs.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license - Meet one of the following driving record requirements?
• At least 3 years of unsuspended driving history with no more than 3 points, or
• At least 2 years of unsuspended driving history with a clean driving record

Nice To Haves

• Experience in disability services preferred (not required—we train!)

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support with kindness and respect
• Assist with personal care including: dressing, toileting, hygiene, feeding, bathing and other daily living skills
• Follow individualized care plans and document progress
• Administer medications in accordance with policy
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment
• Use approved behavior support techniques
• Encourage community engagement and participation
• Some DSP roles will require travel and support from Residential to Day programs

Benefits

• Medical plans starting at $6.90/month (Day 1 coverage)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid training and tuition assistance
• Tickets at Work
• Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs
• Clear pathways for growth and advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED