Caregiver / Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Breakthroughs LLC; Port Richey (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Breakthroughs LLC in Port Richey, FL seeks a reliable caregiver/Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support an adult male with a developmental disability before and after his daily program. The role emphasizes punctuality, physical capability, and calm, structured daily routines.

Responsibilities include morning routines, feeding, personal care, transfers, and ensuring timely bus transitions. Afternoon duties cover post-program care and preparing for evening routines.

Qualifications

• Punctuality and reliability are essential.
• Experience with developmental disabilities is preferable.
• Hands-on care and personal support skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assists with morning routine and getting ready for the day.
• Supports feeding and personal care, including transfers.
• Ensures safe bus transition for day program.
• Assists client after day program with personal care and bedtime routine.

Skills

Punctuality

Reliability

Hands-on care

Education

APD certifications (or willingness to obtain)

Level 2 background screening

Job description

Job Title: Caregiver / Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Location: Port Richey, FL

Schedule: Split shifts

• Morning: 6:00 AM - 7:30 AM
• Afternoon: 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
• Monday-Tuesday-Thursday-Friday (Approximately, aligned with day program schedule)

NOTE: This schedule can be split between two staff

Position Overview:

We are seeking a reliable, compassionate caregiver to support an adult male with a developmental disability before and after his daily program. This role requires consistency, physical capability, and strict punctuality due to the family's work schedule and transportation coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

Morning Shift:

• Assist with morning routine and getting ready for the day
• Feeding
• Personal care, including brief (pull-up) changes
• Assist with mobility and transfers (client can walk with assistance but requires strength and support)
• Ensure timely and safe transition onto the bus for day program

Afternoon Shift:

• Meet client promptly upon return from day program
• Assist with personal care and hygiene, including showering
• Feeding if needed
• Prepare client for evening/bedtime routine

About the Client:

• Adult male with a developmental disability
• Non-verbal (does not communicate verbally)
• Requires hands-on assistance with daily living activities

Important Requirements:

• Punctuality is critical.
  The client's mother is a nurse who must leave for work at 6:00 AM sharp. In the afternoon, if the caregiver is not present, the transportation service will return the client to the program, which creates serious disruption. Reliability is essential.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including transfers and assisted walking
• Experience with feeding and personal care preferred
• Must have own reliable transportation

Qualifications:

• APD certifications (or willingness to obtain, depending on agency requirements)
• Level 2 background screening (or ability to pass)
• Experience with developmental disabilities is a plus
• Dependable, patient, and attentive

Ideal Candidate:

Someone who understands the importance of showing up on time, is comfortable with hands-on care, and can provide calm, consistent support in a structured routine.