Direct Care Profession for Adult Day Training Program

Coastal Care Home Care & ADT; Ruskin (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company parties

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Job summary

Coastal Care Home Care & ADT in Ruskin, Florida is looking for a compassionate Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support adults with developmental disabilities in a structured environment. Responsibilities include providing supervision, assisting with daily activities, and ensuring participant safety. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, a high school diploma, and CPR certification. This role is essential in fostering socialization and personal growth for participants while working collaboratively with staff.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and support to adult participants.
• Assist participants with daily activities and life skills.
• Document care activities and participant progress.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Dependability

Patience

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CPR/First aid certification

Job description

Benefits

• Company parties
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off

Overview

We are seeking a reliable, compassionate, and motivated Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our Adult Day Training (ADT) program. This role supports adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in a structured, engaging daytime setting focused on life skills, socialization, and personal growth. The ideal candidate is patient, dependable, and comfortable working in a hands-on environment with individuals who may have behavioral challenges.

Duties

• Provide supervision, support, and assistance to adult participants throughout the day
• Assist with daily activities, life skills, recreational activities, and group programming
• Support participants with communication, social interaction, and positive behavior
• Ensure participant safety and follow all program rules and procedures
• Document daily notes, incident reports, and activity participation as required
• Assist with meals, hygiene reminders, and mobility as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and respectful environment
• Work collaboratively with other staff and follow direction from supervisors
• Document all care activities thoroughly and accurately while respecting confidentiality and privacy standards

Qualifications/Requirements

• Must be 18 years+ required
• High School diploma or GED required
• CPR/First aid certification
• Must be able to work daytime hours Monday–Friday from 8am-2pm
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and behavioral challenges preferred
• Must be patient, dependable, and able to work as part of a team
• Comfortable managing behaviors in a calm and professional manner
• Ability to stand, walk, and assist participants throughout the day
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Reliable and Punctual