Direct Support Professional

Important Requirement:
All new hires must complete 7 days of orientation (8:30 AM – 4:00 PM) prior to starting at a residential or day program site.

Position: Direct Support Professional (Full-Time – 37 Hours per Week)
Location: Ladson (Temple 2)
Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour
Overtime: Available
Experience: No experience required – Paid training provided
Schedule:
Monday-Friday 2:00pm-7:00am & Sunday 8:00am – 8:00pm

Position Summary

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides support, supervision, and training to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a Community Training Home (CTH). The DSP helps individuals achieve independence, safety, and personal development in accordance with agency values and procedures.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties -

Professionalism & Conduct

• Maintain professional behavior and follow agency mission, policies, and procedures
• Treat individuals and coworkers with dignity and respect at all times
• Support Individuals to Achieve Personal Outcomes and a High Quality of Life
• Promote an environment that is free from abuse and neglect, respecting the rights and dignity of individuals and coworkers
• Remain on duty until properly relieved

Health & Safety Support

• Assist individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles
• Monitor and report changes in individuals' health and daily routines
• Support prescribed diets, adaptive equipment use, and safety drills
• Follow proper lifting and mobility assistance techniques

Daily Living & Skill Development

• Provide hands-on support with hygiene, grooming, and daily living tasks
• Prepare meals and snacks based on dietary needs
• Encourage participation in chores, activities, and life skills training
• Implement and document Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and behavior programs

Documentation & Communication

• Complete accurate documentation in Therap and other required forms (e.g., T-Logs, GERs, ISP data)
• Communicate changes or incidents to supervisors and nursing staff
• Maintain confidentiality and protect agency-issued credentials

Transportation & Community Engagement

• Safely transport individuals to activities, appointments, and outings
• Operate agency vehicles, wheelchair lifts, and restraints as trained
• Follow agency transportation and safety protocols

Medication & Financial Assistance

• Administer medications and treatments per agency policy
• Complete Medication Administration Records (MARs)
• Support individuals with financial transactions, receipts, and