Direct Support Professional

Brightstar-Car; Bluffton (IN); Sur place; USD 21 000 - 25 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Weekly pay

Paid time off (PTO)

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid training

Employee referral bonuses

Travel time reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

PRN opportunities

Résumé du poste

BrightStar Care Fort Wayne is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide compassionate, one-on-one care in clients’ homes in Bluffton, IN. The role offers consistent hours, supportive leadership, and meaningful work, with opportunities across full-time and part-time shifts.

You will assist with activities of daily living, mobility, meals, and companionship, while maintaining HIPAA privacy and client dignity. CPR certification and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least one year of professional DSP/ caregiving/ home care experience.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Physical exam and TB test within the past 12 months are required.
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation are required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical duties as required.
• Able to pass background check and drug screen.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• HIPAA privacy compliance required.

Responsabilités

• Assist with ADLs (bathing, grooming, dressing, personal hygiene).
• Support daily routines, encouraging independence.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Assist with meals, light housekeeping, errands, and activities.
• Support mobility, transfers, and safety needs.
• Perform ROM and mobility exercises per care plan.
• Follow each client’s individualized care plan.
• Complete timely and accurate care documentation.
• Observe and report changes to the nurse case manager.
• Protect client dignity, safety, privacy, and personal choices.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Reliability

Compassion

HIPAA compliance

Formation

High school diploma or GED

1+ year DSP/caregiving/home care experience

CPR certification

Physical exam & TB test within 12 months

Valid driver’s license & auto insurance

Description du poste

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Bluffton, IN

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-time, Part-time

Schedule: Consistent 1st or 2nd shift opportunities

BrightStar Care of Fort Wayne is hiring compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide meaningful, one-on-one care in clients' homes.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced DSP, Caregiver, Home Health Aide (HHA), or Personal Care Assistant (PCA) seeking consistent hours, supportive leadership, and the opportunity to help individuals remain safe, comfortable, and independent.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• At least one year of professional DSP, caregiving, or home care experience
• Current CPR certification
• Current physical examination and negative TB test completed within the past 12 months
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform the physical duties of the position
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen
• Dependable, compassionate, and committed to client safety
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Commitment to protecting client privacy and following HIPAA requirements

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, and personal hygiene
• Support clients with daily routines while encouraging independence
• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Assist with meal preparation, light housekeeping, errands, and community activities
• Support mobility, transfers, and other safety needs
• Perform range-of-motion and mobility exercises according to the care plan
• Follow each client's individualized plan of care
• Complete timely and accurate care documentation
• Observe and report changes in a client's condition to the nurse case manager
• Protect each client's dignity, safety, privacy, and personal choices

What BrightStar Care Offers

• Competitive pay of $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• Consistent 1st or 2nd shift opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Travel time reimbursement
• Free in-house training and skill development
• Support from a 24/7 on-call clinical team
• Employee referral bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Additional PRN opportunities

At BrightStar Care, you are more than an employee- you are part of a supportive team committed to delivering a Higher Standard of Care.

If you are an experienced Direct Support Professional or Caregiver looking for stable, rewarding work in Fort Wayne,

BrightStar Care of Fort Wayne is actively hiring for current client openings.

BrightStar Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.