Direct Support Professional (DSP)

About the role

Since 1960, Benchmark has been connecting people and potential. We are committed to empowering those we serve to live as independently as possible, be included in their communities, and reach their full potential. This mission extends to our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences, perspectives, and strengths of our employees.

Responsibilities

• Protect and honor the rights of people with disabilities
• Ensuring a safe and clean home for people served
• Monitor the general well-being of individuals served and follow supervisor/nurse instructions, including all healthcare appointments
• Develop a positive rapport while serving as a role model to create a safe and caring environment
• Teach skills to individuals served that increase independence such as eating, cooking and bathing
• Document data displaying the individual served goals and progression
• Assist in finding and participating in meaningful community activities
• Work independent or with co-workers to enhance the growth of individuals served
• Participate in on-going professional training
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation
• Valid auto insurance and driver’s license
• High school diploma or GED

Benefits

• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
• Health and dental insurance
• Competitive wages based on experience
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company paid life insurance
• Voluntary benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Variety of shifts and locations
• Advancement opportunities

Pay

• Competitive wages based on experience

Schedule

• Fulltime Shifts are 3pm-11pm Shifts with weekends Included
• Part Time shifts are 11p-9am Thursday, 11pm-7am Friday and Saturday or 7a-3pm Saturday and Sunday

General Qualifications

• Reliable transportation
• Valid auto insurance and driver’s license
• High school diploma or GED

Benefits

• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
• Health and dental insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company paid life insurance
• Voluntary benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Variety of shifts and locations
• Advancement opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Application

Candidates selected for hire will be required to complete a background check in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.