Outpatient Direct Support Professional (DSP)
About The Position
Outpatient Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Adult Neurorehabilitation Ready to make a meaningful impact? Join a dynamic organization that provides exceptional neurological rehabilitation to adults with brain injuries. For over 35 years, Collage Rehabilitation Partners has partnered with patients, families, and funders across the country to move lives forward. Known by our trusted names across the country—Learning Services, ReMed, Tree of Life, Collage Home & Community Rehabilitation Partners, and Collage Nursing & Homecare Partners—we are one unified company on a single mission: delivering specialized, expert neurorehabilitation from inpatient facilities to home-based care. Same exceptional care, same dedicated teams—fully connected. Step into a career and join a team whose mission is to move lives forward every day!! About the Role We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and proactive Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our Community and Outpatient Services program. In this role, you will play a vital part in implementing rehabilitation strategies and providing guidance, support, and encouragement to individuals working toward personal independence in their home and community settings. May include supporting clients at doctors appointments or other activities to promote health, wellness and stability From assisting with daily living activities to supporting vocational and recreational pursuits, you will empower clients to build confidence, achieve their personalized goals, and thrive in a safe, home-like environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Valid driver’s license with a record of responsible driving.
- Must have the ability to travel and/or operate a vehicle for up to 20% of the time spent working in this position.
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
Responsibilities
- Assist, guide, and encourage clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), community living skills, and personalized rehabilitation goals.
- Assist with medication administration as assigned, monitor nutrition plans, and prepare well-balanced meals daily.
- Support clients through challenging situations (e.g., refusal of activities or medications) and implement behavior management plans while maintaining professional boundaries and mutual trust.
- Identify changes in clients' behavioral, emotional, cognitive, or physical conditions and alert the treatment team to ensure timely care.
- Safely transport and accompany clients to medical appointments, group outings, errands, and recreational activities.
- Accurately complete required shift documentation—including daily data sheets, goal sheets, vital/seizure flow sheets, supervision checklists, and incident reports—in compliance with CARF, state, and federal standards.
- Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and welcoming living environment for residents in alignment with licensing requirements.
- Participate in shift hand-offs, review operational communications (emails, meeting minutes, rounds summaries), and collaborate effectively with family members, care teams, and leadership.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
- 401(k) plan and short/long-term disability options.
- Tuition Assistance programs, continuing education support and CNA & CNA II Tuition Reimbursement Program.
- Employee Referral Bonus program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
