DSP (Direct Support Professional)

Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Do you have a passion for people and a desire to help? Become A DSP Today!

What is a DSP? A Direct Support Professional (DSP) encourages, supports, and engages adults with developmental disabilities. You will be beside those you serve and get paid to have fun and build lasting relationships.

About US! At TEAM,LLC, We aim to empower everyone to live a happy entertaining life by providing the greatest support and care. Our main goal is to improve the quality of life for people with mental and physical disability.

Daily Duties During your shift you would assist the individual in everyday activities including cooking, cleaning, playing games, going shopping, going to doctor’s appointments, and maintaining appropriate hygiene. You will also help the induvial with basic financial decisions, administer medication when needed, and attend local community engagement events. You will document everything that happened during your shift, document behaviors, and implement behavioral safety plans

Valid driver's license and vehicle insurance

Reliable, safe transportation while on shift. This includes the ability to safely drive in all road and weather conditions as safely possible.
Able to complete and maintain all necessary training and certification requirements
Demonstrate the ability to work independently with a minimum supervision
Ability to communicate both verbally and in written form

Qualifications

• Dependable with a good work ethic
• Valid driver’s license in good standing? (Required)
• Reliable transportation that could be used to transport those you serve
• Basic Computer skills for electronic charting
• No record of abuse or neglect or police record of a felony
• High school or equivalent (Required)
• Current automobile insurance
• Ability to drive clients in your personal vehicle
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and protect individual rights
• Have proven skills in communication, spoken, written, and listening; observation; problem solving
• Knowledge of human growth and behavior, time management skills, and understanding of social systems
• Ability to handle a variety of situations and personalities and comfortable working with high behavioral individuals

License:

• CPR/First Aid (Preferred)
• Medication Aide (Preferred)
• Driver's License (Required)

Work authorization:

• United States (Required)

Pay Frequency:

• bi weekly ( Fridays)

This Job Is:

• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
• A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Duties:

• Reading, writing, and carrying out directions
• Charting or taking notes for others to review
• Providing companionship and supportive listening
• Reporting changes in the health or status of the client
• Responding to emergency situations
• Administering medication
• Transporting client to appointments
• Facilitating community and recreational outings, including transport
• Providing support with hobbies, studies, and social activities

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $14 - $15 per hour

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $12.50 - $15.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
TEAM, LLC respects all CDC guidelines regarding Covid-19

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• CNA (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No