Direct Support Professional

About the Role

Help at Home is currently seeking compassionate and reliable Direct Support Professionals to provide essential care and assistance to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes and communities. This position involves supporting clients to live independently, with dignity and respect, while enhancing their quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily living tasks including cooking, cleaning, personal hygiene, grooming, and transportation.
• Encourage and support participation in community and social activities such as shopping and events.
• Help clients work toward and achieve personal goals, recognizing and celebrating their progress.
• Promote autonomy through choice-making, independence, and self-advocacy.
• Document care routines, activities, and progress accurately.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure consistent, high-quality support services.

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Pass required background screening and complete necessary training.
• Hold a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation and proof of insurance (primary or secondary).
• Demonstrate ability to work safely and respectfully within clients’ homes and community settings.
• Exhibit compassion, dependability, and commitment to positively impacting clients’ lives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities or autism.
• Familiarity with implementing Individual Activity Support Plans (ASP) and Plans of Service and Supports (PSS).
• Knowledge of behavior-support techniques such as redirection, visual prompting, and modifying environments.

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting pay ranges from $13 to $15 per hour, varying by care type.
• Flexible work schedules tailored to your lifestyle.
• Paid training and opportunities for career advancement.
• Health insurance benefits, paid time off, and monetary bonuses.
• Veteran-friendly workplace valuing your service and skills.
• Weekly pay cycles for your convenience.

Additional Information

Caregivers must comply with all applicable state background screening regulations. Compensation, benefits, time off, and bonuses can differ based on state and location; comprehensive details will be provided during the interview process.

Data Security and Privacy: Your personal data is protected throughout the hiring journey under HIPAA and SOX where applicable. Information will solely be utilized to assess employment suitability and not disclosed to unauthorized parties. You retain the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your information by contacting the employer. All employees are obligated to comply with data security policies to safeguard sensitive information.