Summary from listing
The Direct Support Professional provides personalized, compassionate support to individuals with developmental, intellectual, or physical disabilities. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, developing life skills, accompanying clients to appointments and community activities, monitoring progress, documenting changes, and collaborating with healthcare professionals and families. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, background and health screening clearance, communication and interpersonal skills, patience, empathy, and basic safety knowledge; prior caregiving experience, CPR and First Aid certification, disability-related training, a driver’s license, and documentation software familiarity are preferred. The position pays $19.50 per hour with the Enhanced Pay Option and includes medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other benefits.
