Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Priority Hiring | Fast-Track Application Process Full-Time & Part-Time
About the role
At Our House, Inc., our mission is to provide healthy, stimulating, and inclusive environments for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Through community residences, employment services, innovative day programs, and social opportunities, we empower people to live meaningful, productive, and independent lives.
Position Summary: As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in group homes or apartments. You’ll assist with daily living skills, community inclusion, and personal growth—helping individuals gain independence while ensuring their health, safety, and well-being. This role is ideal for compassionate professionals with experience in caregiving, human services, behavioral health, education, or healthcare—or those looking to grow a long-term career in the DD/IDD field.
Responsibilities
- Support residents with daily routines and independent living skills (nutrition, hygiene, money management, social skills, etc.)
- Assist with personal care and medical needs
- Administer and document medications accurately
- Transport residents to medical appointments and community activities using agency vehicles
- Facilitate community inclusion (bowling, movies, fairs, outings, and social events)
- Ensure resident safety, dignity, and well-being at all times
- Maintain accurate documentation in electronic health records (EHR) systems
- Advocate for residents’ rights and individual goals
- Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and team collaboration
Qualifications
- Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check with minimal violations (no provisional restrictions)
- Must have reliable transportation to and from work and be able to drive themselves between work sites when required; must also be comfortable driving agency vans