Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Afternoon/Evening Shift
Help at Home · Mount Vernon, OH · 1 wk ago
OTHR$18/hrInternship
About the role
We are seeking compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes and throughout the community.
Schedule
- Afternoon/evening shift, requiring availability between 2 PM – 11 PM
- Weekend availability required
- Exact start/end times may vary
What You'll Do
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you'll provide one-on-one support to individuals with developmental disabilities — both at home and in their community — helping them live as independently as possible.
- Supporting individuals with daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning, personal care (i.e. grooming, hygiene, etc.), or transportation
- Encouraging participation in social and community activities – shopping, social events, etc.
- Helping people achieve personal goals and celebrating progress
- Promoting choice, independence, and self-advocacy
- Accurately documenting care, activities, and progress
- Communicating with team members to ensure consistent, quality support
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Successful background check and required training
- At least 21 years old
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation with proof of insurance (primary or secondary)
- Ability to work safely and respectfully in clients' homes and communities
- Compassion, reliability, and a desire to make a positive impact
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and/or autism, including implementation of the Individual Service Plan (ISP)
- Experience using foundational behavior-support strategies such as redirection, visual prompting, and environmental modification
Pay
- Starting at $18/hour
Benefits
- $1,000 sign-on bonus for eligible Direct Support Professionals (paid in two increments: $500 after 500 hours worked and $500 after 1,000 hours worked; must be actively employed at time of payout and reach milestones by 6/30/2027; prior employees within one year or transferring from another Help at Home affiliated company are not eligible)
- Flexible schedules that fit your life
- Paid training and career growth opportunities
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Veteran-friendly employer, we value your service and skills