Direct Support Professional (DSP) - high acuity behavioral support

Job Description

Job Description

Help at Home – Make a real difference in your community. Pay starts at $20 per hour.

Help at Home is seeking compassionate, dependable, and highly trained Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities—specifically those with high‑acuity behavioral needs. If you’re looking for meaningful work where your advanced skills truly matter, this role offers purpose, growth, and the chance to help people live with dignity and independence.

As a DSP, you’ll provide one-on-one support to individuals with developmental disabilities, including those with aggressive or self injurious ASD presentations. Your work helps people live as independently and safely as possible.

Why you’ll love working with us

• Flexible schedules that fit your life
• Competitive pay — starting at a minimum of $20/hour
• Paid orientation and career growth opportunities
• Health benefits, paid time off
• Work that truly matters — helping people live with dignity and independence
• 50+ years of trusted care experience
• Veteran-friendly employer — we value your service and skills

HighAcuity Behavioral Support Responsibilities

(For candidates meeting advanced crisis management qualifications)

• Implement structured Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) in collaboration with BCBAs or clinical supervisors
• Utilize approved crisis intervention strategies to prevent or deescalate aggressive or self injurious behaviors
• Perform safe blocking, protective positioning, stair guarding, and elopement interruption
• Maintain situational awareness during community outings and transitions
• Support individuals through prolonged escalation cycles with calm, steady regulation
• Administer emergency interventions including CPR, First Aid, AED use, and EpiPen administration

What you need:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 18 years old
• Successful background check and required training
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation with insurance
• Ability to work safely and respectfully in clients’ homes and communities
• Compassion, reliability, and a desire to make a positive impact

Candidates for high‑acuity behavioral support must have one or more of the following:

• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) certification
• Safety‑Care certification
• PCM (Professional Crisis Management) certification
• TCI (Therapeutic Crisis Intervention) or Mandt System training (or equivalent)
• Documented experience managing aggressive and self injurious ASD presentations
• Training in safe blocking and protective positioning
• Competency in stair guarding and elopement interruption
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification
• Documented EpiPen administration training
• Ability to follow structured behavior support approaches (BCBA/BSP frameworks)
• Physical stamina appropriate for prolonged escalation cycles

Caregivers must comply with state background screening requirements. Compensation, benefits and time off vary by state and location, so please ask for complete details at your interview.     

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