Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Parc-Center-for-Disabilities; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Parc Center for Disabilities is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP I) to assist residents in daily routines, promote independence, and enhance quality of life within our residential homes in Saint Petersburg, FL.

You will provide direct care, assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, and dining, support daily living skills, document services, and transport residents to appointments. A high school diploma or GED is required, bilingual not required.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and reliable direct care mindset.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• High school diploma or GED requirement.
• Prior APD training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision throughout the shift
• Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and dining
• Support residents with daily living skills and personal goals
• Implement behavior and skill-building programs
• Facilitate leisure activities and community outings
• Transport residents to appointments and activities
• Maintain a clean, organized living environment
• Accurately document services in accordance with Parc policy and state requirements
• Assist with meal preparation and kitchen duties when needed

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

At Parc Center for Disabilities, our residential homes are more than places to live — they are communities built on dignity, respect, and independence. We are currently seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP I) who are compassionate, dependable, and committed to supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in meaningful, everyday ways.

What You’ll Do

As a DSP, you play a hands‑on role in supporting residents throughout their daily routines while promoting independence and quality of life.

• Provide direct care and supervision throughout the shift
• Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and dining
• Support residents with daily living skills and personal goals
• Implement behavior and skill‑building programs
• Facilitate leisure activities and community outings
• Transport residents to appointments and activities
• Maintain a clean, organized living environment
• Accurately document services in accordance with Parc policy and state requirements
• Assist with meal preparation and kitchen duties when needed

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to complete required APD training
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Parc driver’s license
• Prior experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred
• CNA or Med Tech certification a plus
• One year of experience required in some residential homes
• This position requires screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Learn more at https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds when necessary
• Ability to remain physically, visually, and audibly aware of residents’ needs
• Comfortable working in a residential group home environment
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing

Hours & Salary

Saturday & Sunday 6:00AM-2:00PM, Monday & Tuesday 6:00AM - 10:00AM

• $18.00 per hour

Parc Center for Disabilities

Supporting independence. Building community. Changing lives.

Parc Center for Disabilities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, compensate, and promote individuals based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs, and make all other employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

In alignment with our mission, we are fully committed to an accessible recruitment process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or [phone]. All requests are handled confidentially.

Parc is a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and a Level II background check, as required by Florida law for positions serving vulnerable individuals.