Direct Support Professional
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Description
Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) provide 1:1 support to individuals in structured home environments.
Client needs range from:
- Low-support PCA-style assistance
- Skill-building and independence coaching
- Behavioral regulation support
- Medical monitoring and seizure support
- Intensive, exception-rate placements requiring advanced competency
This is not a passive companionship role. Staff must be engaged, attentive, and capable of following structured service plans.
Essential Responsibilities
- Provide hands‑on assistance with ADLs (dressing, hygiene, toileting, mobility, meals)
- Support structured daily routines and independence goals
- Monitor health, seizure activity, and behavioral changes (as assigned)
- Implement positive support and de‑escalation strategies
- Assist with meal preparation and light household tasks
- Support community participation and transportation needs
- Complete accurate and timely SOAP documentation
- Follow incident reporting and emergency protocols
Overnight Shifts (If Assigned)
Some placements operate in 24-hour supervision environments.
Overnight staff are required to remain awake, alert, and actively monitoring for safety needs throughout the entire shift.
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Requirements
Qualifications
- Must be 18 years or older
- Valid driver’s license
- Reliable transportation to and from work
- Ability to provide hands‑on care
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Ability to follow structured service plans
- Professional boundaries and reliability required
- Must pass DHS NetStudy 2.0 background check
Preferred Experience
- 1+ year experience as a DSP, PCA, IHS, ICLS, or HCBS caregiver
- Experience supporting individuals with behavioral dysregulation
- Experience supporting individuals with seizure disorders or medical needs
- Comfortable working evenings, weekends, and awake overnight shifts
Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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