Support Caregiver for Adults with Disabilities

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Job Summary

Renew Residential Services is seeking a compassionate and motivated Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide quality care and meaningful support to individuals with developmental disabilities, aging needs, or health-related challenges in their homes & communities. In this essential role, you will help residents live as independently as possible while ensuring their safety, comfort, dignity, and overall quality of life through person-centered care and positive support. This position offers the rewarding opportunity to make a real, lasting difference in the lives of the people you support each day.

Why Work at Renew Residential Services?
 

• Person-centered, values-driven organization
• Supportive leadership and team culture
• Meaningful work that makes a real difference
• Commitment to ethical care and staff development

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist the clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility support
• Support clients during meals by preparing nutritious meals, assisting with eating as needed, and maintaining a clean dining environment
• Assist clients with mobility
• Implement individualized care plans tailored to each resident’s needs, including developmental disabilities, behavior support plans, dementia care, Alzheimer’s care, autism support, and memory care strategies
• Implement behavior support strategies as trained and document accurately
• Administer medications in accordance with company policy and training
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive living environment
• Engage clients in social activities and community outings to promote socialization and mental stimulation
• Maintain a clean and safe environment by performing light housekeeping duties such as cleaning resident areas and laundry
• Document clients progress through detailed notes on patient observation, behavior changes, and care provided
• Communicate professionally with supervisors, team members, families, and external providers
• Respond appropriately to emergencies, behavioral incidents, and safety concerns
• Uphold all company policies, ethical standards, and state regulations

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to pass background checks and required screenings
• Prior experience working in group homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes or home & community care settings is preferred
• Certification in CPR and First Aid is preferred; additional certifications such as HIPAA training are a plus
• Experience with medication administration and care plan implementation is desirable
• Ability to lift heavy objects safely using equipment like Hoyer lifts; physical stamina for long shifts is essential
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work compassionately with people with disabilities or age-related conditions such as dementia or Alzheimer’s disease
• Familiarity with working within HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy and confidentiality
• Valid driver’s license may be required for community outings or transportation assistance for full time day shift positions
• A caring attitude combined with patience, flexibility, and excellent communication skills

Job Types

• Full-time
• Part-time
• PRN (Pro Re Nata / As Needed)

Benefits

• Holiday pay
• Paid time off
• Flexible schedule
• Paid orientation
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Opportunity for growth & advancement

Schedule Availability

• Full time positions
  • Three 12-hour shifts per week
  • Rotating weekends off
  • Biweekly set schedules for consistent planning
• PRN (Pro Re Nata/As Needed) positions
  • Flexibility choosing shifts that meet your availability needs

Work Setting

• In Person

Renew Residential Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.