Behavioral Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver
Core
Provide individualized support, encouragement, and guidance to adults with mental health, intellectual, developmental, and/or physical disabilities to help them build independence and live with dignity.
Role type
Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver
Builds
Supports daily living activities, community participation, and personal goal achievement for individuals with complex needs.
Domain
Human services / Behavioral health / Intellectual and developmental disabilities
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Crisis management, patience, sound judgment, ability to remain calm under pressure, effective communication, teamwork, driving ability, valid driver's license
Preferred skills
Prior experience in intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health, behavioral health, psychiatric services, healthcare, corrections/security, or human-services settings
Responsibilities
Support daily living activities including mobility, dressing, bathing, personal hygiene, and meals; attend community activities and appointments; recognize and respond to behavioral or mental health needs; complete required documentation regarding services and incidents; transport persons served using company or personal vehicles.