Milestone CRU

Hope Network Careers•Macomb, MI

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides medically necessary, 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. DSPs help ensure safety, build trusting relationships, develop daily living and independence skills, monitor health, support positive behavior, and connect individuals with opportunities in their communities. The position is full-time, third shift, from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m., with rotating weekends.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

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