Direct Support Professional / Youth Caregiver
Core
Mentor and coach for children and teens (ages 12–21) with intellectual and developmental disabilities, focusing on life skills, independence, and daily routines.
Role type
Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Youth Caregiver
Builds
Residential support programs for youth with disabilities
Domain
Social Services / Disability Support
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
patience, creativity, dedication, ability to teach life skills, supervision, coaching, encouragement, meal prep, personal care, medication administration, housekeeping, laundry, safe environment creation, documentation, collaboration
Preferred skills
ability to pass background/fingerprint checks, valid driver's license
Responsibilities
Teach and role-model life skills to promote independence, provide supervision and coaching, assist with daily routines (meal prep, personal care, medication), perform housekeeping and laundry, create a safe and supportive environment, document care and follow support plans
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on IC