Experienced Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Core
Provide direct support, hands-on assistance, and guidance to individuals with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities to empower independent living.
Role type
Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver
Builds
Person-centered support plans and daily living independence for individuals with disabilities
Domain
Healthcare / Disability Services / Behavioral Health
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
hands-on assistance, daily living support, behavioral management, crisis intervention, documentation, transportation, relationship building
Preferred skills
prior IDD experience, mental health experience, psychiatric experience, security experience, experience with challenging behaviors
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Assist with daily living tasks (bathing, dressing, mobility), ensure safety and comfort, transport individuals to appointments, document progress and action steps, attend community activities, manage challenging behaviors
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC