Direct Support Professional / Caregiver

About the role

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for providing direct support, hands-on instruction, assistance, and positive direction to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD).

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and personalized care while encouraging independence and self-care.
• Absorb and implement positive behavior supports and de-escalate challenging behaviors when needed.
• Complete medication administration and follow medical protocols.
• Prepare meals and snacks.
• Perform light housekeeping and laundry duties.
• Provide mobility and transfer assistance, which may include using mechanical lift devices.
• Assist with activities of daily living, including dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, and eating.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a direct support professional or caregiver is preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Person-centered focus.
• Dependable, adaptable, flexible.
• Ability to lift and transfer.
• Positive role-model for others and able to work on a team.
• Computer skills for documentation.
• Good communication skills.
• Age 18 or older.