Direct Support Professional - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Chimes Metro, Inc. in; Rauschenhammermühle; On-site; EUR 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans starting at $6.90/month

Dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off

403(b) retirement plan with employer m

Paid training and tuition assistance

Tickets at Work

Employee referral bonuses and recognit

Clear pathways for growth and advance

Job summary

Chimes is seeking a Direct Support Professional for a Thu–Sat shift with a 7:00 AM–7:00 PM schedule. You will empower individuals with intellectual and behavioral challenges to live with dignity and independence, in a team-focused environment.

The role offers paid training, a supportive culture, and opportunities for growth, with responsibilities including personal care, medication administration, and documentation of progress.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in disability services is preferred but not required; training is provided.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull 50+ lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support with kindness and respect.
• Assist with personal care including dressing, toileting, hygiene, feeding, bathing.
• Follow care plans and document progress.
• Administer medications per policy.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment.
• Use approved behavior support techniques.
• Encourage community engagement and participation.
• Some roles may require travel between Residential and Day programs.

Skills

Ability to lift 50+ lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Job Category: Residential

Requisition Number: DIREC011583

Full-Time

Locations

Chimes Home
Bear, DE 19701, USA

Description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – $18/hour
Make a Difference. Build a Career. Change Lives.

JoinChimes, a mission-driven nonprofit where compassion meets purpose. As a Direct Support Professional, you’ll empower individuals with intellectual and behavioral challenges to live with dignity, independence, and confidence—while growing in a supportive, team-focused environment.

Why Chimes

• Paid training and ongoing professional development
• Culture rooted in dignity, respect, and compassion

What You’ll Do

• Provide hands‑on support with kindness and respect
• Assist with personal care including: dressing, toileting, hygiene, feeding, bathing and other daily living skills
• Follow individualized care plans and document progress
• Administer medications in accordance with policy
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment
• Use approved behavior support techniques
• Encourage community engagement and participation
• Some DSP roles will require travel and support from Residential to Day programs

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in disability services preferred (not required—we train!)
• Ability to lift, push, or pull 50+ lbs.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license - Meet one of the following driving record requirements? At least 3 years of unsuspended driving history with no more than 3 points, or At least 2 years of unsuspended driving history with a clean driving record

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Medical plans starting at$6.90/month (Day 1 coverage)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid training and tuition assistance
• Tickets at Work
• Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs
• Clear pathways for growth and advancement

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