Direct Support Professional (Hourly - Evenings)

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP)

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides compassionate, person-centered support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities living in residential and community-based settings. The DSP plays a critical role in promoting independence, health, safety, dignity, and quality of life by assisting individuals with daily living activities, implementing individualized support plans, and fostering meaningful community participation.

Working collaboratively with Residential Managers, Lead DSPs, clinical staff, families, and community partners, the DSP helps individuals achieve personal goals, maintain health and wellness, develop life skills, and engage fully in their communities. The DSP embraces the organization’s mission by promoting compassion, hope, service, collaboration, and person-centered care.

Direct Support & Daily Living Assistance

Personal hygiene and grooming

Meal planning and preparation

Housekeeping and laundry

Supports individuals in achieving greater independence and maximizing quality of life.

Encourages personal growth, self-determination, and development of independent living skills.

Promotes meaningful relationships, social engagement, and community inclusion.

Assists individuals in participating in recreational, educational, employment, and community activities.

Provides supervision and guidance consistent with individual support plans and program requirements.

Health, Safety & Wellness Support

Assists in maintaining the health, safety, and well-being of individuals served.

Observes and reports changes in physical, emotional, behavioral, or medical conditions.

Supports implementation of healthcare and wellness plans.

Reports suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, or mistreatment according to agency policy and regulatory requirements.

Provides trauma-informed care and support.

Assists with implementation of Individual Service Plans (ISPs), Individual Habilitation Plans (IHPs), and Behavior Support Plans (BSPs).

Supports individuals in achieving personal goals and measurable outcomes.

Teaches life skills, daily living skills, and community participation skills.

Implements positive behavior support strategies and individualized programming.

Self-care skills

Community integration skills

Collaborates with Lead DSPs, Residential Managers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality care and support.

Community Participation & Transportation

Provides transportation and support for:

Medical appointments

Religious services

Community events

Assists individuals with accessing resources and opportunities within the community.

Promotes community integration and meaningful participation.

Weight monitoring records

Behavior support documentation

Fire drill documentation

Completes required documentation in accordance with agency, licensing, and regulatory requirements.

Documents time worked accurately through the HRIS system.

Participates in audits, inspections, investigations, and quality assurance activities as required.

Attends staff meetings, supervision sessions, and program meetings.

Assists Residential Managers and Lead DSPs with program activities and special projects.

Supports emergency and on-call activities as needed.

Cooperates with licensing representatives, regulatory agencies, and organizational leadership.

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.

Ability to read, write, and document effectively in English.

Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, Education, Behavioral Health, or related field.

Six (6) months to one (1) year of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or within human services.

Experience in residential, behavioral health, or community-based service settings.

Required regulatory clearances

Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles.

Ability to effectively support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

Basic computer proficiency including:

Microsoft Office

HRIS platforms

Person-Centered Support

Provides individualized services that promote dignity, choice, independence, and quality of life.

Communicates effectively with individuals served, families, coworkers, healthcare providers, and community partners.

Trauma-Informed Care

Maintains accurate, timely, and compliant documentation while following regulatory and organizational requirements.

Community Integration

Supports meaningful participation in community life and development of social connections.

Applies sound judgment to resolve concerns and address individual support needs.

Effectively prioritizes responsibilities while maintaining quality service delivery.

Works effectively with interdisciplinary teams, families, and community stakeholders.

Network Functions
Current vehicle registration and insurance as required.

Ability to safely transport individuals served.

Ability to operate agency vehicles and adaptive transportation equipment.

Equipment / Machines
Equipment Operations

Adaptive equipment

Telephone

Cellular phone

Computer

Residential household equipment and appliances

Computer Software Applications

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

HRIS platforms

Agency-specific software applications

Driving vehicles for community transportation.

Working both indoors and outdoors in residential and community environments.

Residential group homes.

Community-based settings.

Medical and healthcare appointments.

Recreation and employment sites.

Fire and Safety Procedures

Observe all Agency, Personnel, HR, and Safety Policies and Procedures.

Support person-centered, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented practices.

Document time worked accurately.

Employees may be required to participate in drug and alcohol testing as required by state regulations, licensing standards, contractual obligations, post-incident procedures, or reasonable suspicion protocols.

Additional duties may be assigned to support program operations and participant outcomes. Appropriate training will be provided when necessary.

Work schedules are subject to business needs and may include days, evenings, weekends, holidays, overnight shifts, emergency coverage, and varying work locations.

Family of Services.

provides innovative supports and services that empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to achieve independence, meaningful community participation, and enhanced quality of life.

Apis Services and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This commitment extends to all phases of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, training, and termination.

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