Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Join Help at Home as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and make a meaningful difference in your community. You will provide one-on-one support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them live safely, independently, and with dignity in their homes and communities.

Pay and Benefits

• Competitive pay: $18-$20 per hour
• Experience-based starting pay: Relevant direct support, caregiving, or healthcare experience is considered when determining your starting rate within the posted range
• $1,000 sign-on bonus for eligible new hires. *Eligibility and payout terms apply
• Flexible scheduling options
• Paid training and career development opportunities
• Health benefits, paid time off, and additional cash bonus opportunities for eligible employees
• Mileage reimbursement for eligible travel

Your exact starting rate may also vary based on the type of support provided, assigned schedule, and work location.

What You'll Do

As a Direct Support Professional, you will help individuals build daily living skills, participate in their communities, and work toward their personal goals.

Responsibilities may include:

• Reading, understanding, and following each individual's Individual Support Plan
• Reporting updates, progress, and concerns to the IDD Program Specialist
• Assisting with daily living activities such as cooking, cleaning, grooming, hygiene, and transportation
• Encouraging participation in shopping, social events, appointments, and other community activities
• Supporting individuals as they work toward personal goals and greater independence
• Promoting personal choice, self-advocacy, dignity, and respect
• Accurately documenting services, activities, and progress
• Communicating with team members to provide consistent, high-quality support

Required Qualifications

Candidates must be at least 18 years old and meet at least one of the following requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a state-approved training program
• Demonstrated competency and a passing score on the required written competency test

Candidates must also have:

• The ability to successfully complete required background checks and in-service training
• A valid driver's license
• Reliable transportation with proof of insurance, vehicle registration, and inspection
• The ability to provide safe and respectful support in individuals' homes and communities
• Compassion, reliability, and a commitment to helping others

Why Help at Home?

For more than 50 years, Help at Home has provided trusted, person-centered care in local communities. Our Direct Support Professionals help individuals live more independently while building meaningful careers in care.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. We value the experience, dependability, and skills you bring to our team.