Group Home Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Upland, IN
About The Position
Carey Services is hiring a Group Home Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide direct support, instruction, and assistance to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities living in the community. The role focuses on health and safety, community inclusion, daily living skills, independence, and helping each individual pursue personal goals and have a meaningful day. DSPs assist with personal care and everyday tasks, support social and recreational activities, help individuals participate in the community and attend appointments, and maintain a clean, safe, and respectful home environment. The role also includes administering medications when trained and authorized, responding appropriately to behavioral or medical needs, and building a trusting relationship with the individual being supported. This is a full-time position in Upland, Indiana, with a second-shift schedule of 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on weekdays and rotating weekends. The listed base wage is $15.50 per hour. Carey Services describes its workplace as supportive and community-centered, with ongoing training and career-development opportunities.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Must have a love for people and a desire to help them.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and adequate automobile insurance, and meet agency insurability requirements.
- Must be able to learn basic principles of teaching; instruction is provided.
- Must have basic mathematical computation and English-language writing knowledge.
- Must be able to walk, bend, stoop, or stand for extended periods.
- Must be able to assist in lifting or transferring individuals to and from wheelchairs.
- Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment, including items such as gloves, masks, gowns, face shields, shoes, and ear plugs.
- Must follow required safe and universal precaution practices during a pandemic and as otherwise required.
- Must know first aid and health and safety measures when required by the specific job, or develop acceptable competence through post-hire training.
Responsibilities
- Help create a meaningful day for the individual being supported.
- Help individuals become more independent and accomplish their goals.
- Assist with daily living tasks, including using the restroom, showering, and eating.
- Support social activities, recreation, and community engagement.
- Administer medications as trained and authorized.
- Build trust and a supportive relationship with the individual.
- Participate in arts, crafts, and other creative activities.
- Help with grocery shopping and attending appointments.
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and respectful home environment.
- Encourage exercise and outdoor activities.
- Respond appropriately to behavioral or medical needs.
- Provide direct support, instruction, and assistance to people with disabilities living in the community.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Competitive wages
- Paid training
- Career growth opportunities
- Paid weekly
- PTO with vesting
- Paid holidays
- 403(b) retirement plan with match
- Tuition assistance program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
