Direct Support Professional

Direct Support ProfessionalJoin Help at Home and make a real difference in your community! Are you a high school grad looking to start a meaningful career? College student needing to work around your class schedule? Have availability evenings and weekends? Help at Home is hiring caring and dependable people to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes and communities.Why you'll love working with us:Flexible schedules that fit your lifeCompetitive pay — starting at a minimum of $17/hour (can vary based on type of care)Paid orientation and career growth opportunitiesHealth benefits, paid time offWork that truly matters — helping people live with dignity and independence50+ years of trusted care experienceVeteran-friendly employer — we value your service and skillsWhat you'll do:As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you'll provide one-on-one support to individuals with developmental disabilities — both at home and in their community — helping them live as independently as possible. Your work may include:Supporting individuals with daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning, personal care (i.e. grooming, hygiene etc.), or transportationEncouraging participation in social and community activities – shopping, social events etc.Helping individuals achieve personal goals and celebrating progressPromoting choice, independence, and self-advocacyAccurately documenting care, activities, and progressCommunicating with team members to ensure consistent, quality supportWhat you need:High school diploma or equivalentSuccessful background check and required trainingAt least 18 years oldValid driver's license and reliable transportation with proof of insurance (primary or secondary)Ability to work safely and respectfully in clients' homes and communitiesCompassion, reliability, and a desire to make a positive impactPreferred Qualifications:Demonstrated experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and/or autism, including implementing Person-Centered Individualized Support Plans (PCISPs), high risk plans, and behavior support plansExperience using foundational behavior support strategies such as redirection, visual prompting, and environmental modification.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.Data Security and Privacy StatementAt Help at Home, we prioritize protecting your personal information during the hiring process. We comply with all relevant data privacy regulations, including HIPAA and SOX where applicable. Your data will only be used to assess your employment suitability and won't be shared with unauthorized parties. We use strong security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access or disclosure. By submitting your application, you consent to this process. You can access, modify, or request deletion of your data by contacting us.Employees must adhere to our data protection policies and legal requirements to safeguard sensitive information.