Direct Support Professional
$20 per hourMay Institute
Direct Support Professional (DSP) | Adult's Residential Program
Day, Evening, and Overnight Shifts Available | Full-Time
Support. Empower. Transform. Make a meaningful difference in the lives of adults (ages 22+) with Autism and developmental disabilities. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in our residential program, you'll help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where adults can grow, thrive, and achieve greater independence.
What You'll Do
- Support adults with daily routines, including hygiene, meals, dressing, and medication.
- Create a positive, structured environment that encourages communication, socialization, and skill-building.
- Use behavior support strategies to promote emotional regulation and reduce challenging behavior.
- Partner with clinical, familial, and healthcare teams to support individualized treatment plans.
- Provide transportation and community integration support for outings, appointments, and program transitions.
What You Bring
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Valid and current U.S. driver's license with at least 1 year of licensed driving experience required.
- Patience, compassion, and the ability to support adults with diverse communication and behavioral needs.
- Experience with adults or individuals with special needs (preferred but not required).
Why Join May Institute?
- Competitive Pay: $20/hour ($21/hour with MAP certification).
- Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Education Support: Tuition reimbursement & student loan repayment assistance.
- Retirement Planning: 403B with employer match.
- Career Growth: Paid training, certification programs, and advancement pathways.
- Well-Being Resources: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for 24/7 support.
- Flexibility: Dependent care FSA and additional voluntary benefits.
*Benefits received are dependent on the number of hours consistently worked
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May InstituteVacancy posted 4 days ago
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