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Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Afternoon/Evening Shift

Help at Home · Urbana, 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. We are currently hiring for 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

$18 per 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 hours-worked milestone by 6/30/2027)
  • Flexible schedules that fit your life
  • Paid training and career growth opportunities
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Work that truly matters, helping people live with dignity and independence
  • Veteran-friendly employer

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