Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Help at Home; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly payments

Starting pay $17/hr

$500 bonus

Flexible assignments

One-on-one support

Care coordination support

Home & community settings

Job summary

Caregiver Services Inc., a Help at Home company, is seeking qualified Direct Support Professionals to provide one-on-one support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As a Direct Support Professional, you will help individuals remain safe, develop daily living skills, participate in their communities, and work toward greater independence.

This is a 1099 independent contractor opportunity in Florida, with assignments varying by location and client needs.

Qualifications

• Active Florida CNA license or completion of at least 40 hours of Florida Home Health Aide training.
• Valid government-issued identification.
• Ability to follow individual support plans and complete required documentation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A dependable, patient, compassionate, and professional approach.
• Ability to work independently while following established care and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support in the individual's home and community.
• Assist with activities of daily living while encouraging independence.
• Provide verbal or physical prompts when appropriate.
• Support personal goals, routines, and independent living skills.
• Assist with meal planning, cooking, shopping, and light housekeeping.
• Encourage participation in recreational, social, and community activities.
• Assist with transportation to activities, appointments, or employment when authorized.
• Follow the individual's support plan and document services provided.
• Communicate professionally with care coordinators and authorized family members.
• Maintain accurate documentation and support client health and safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Dependable

Compassionate

Education

CNA license or 40 hours Florida HHA training

Job description

• Weekly payments

Starting at $17.00 per hour

• $500 bonus for eligible independent contractors
• Flexible assignment opportunities
• Weekly payments
• 1099 independent contractor opportunity

Caregiver Services Inc., a Help at Home company, is seeking qualified care professionals to provide one-on-one support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will help individuals remain safe, develop daily living skills, participate in their communities, and work toward greater independence.

This is a 1099 independent contractor opportunity and is not a W-2 employment position. Available assignments vary based on geographic area, client needs, contractor qualifications, and availability.

Why Provide Services with CSI?

• Starting pay of $17.00 per hour
• Weekly payments
• $500 bonus for eligible independent contractors*
• Flexible assignment opportunities based on your availability
• One-on-one client support
• Opportunities to build meaningful, ongoing client relationships
• Support from a local care coordination team
• Assignments available in client homes and community settings

What You’ll Do

Responsibilities may vary based on the individual’s needs and support plan and may include:

• Provide one-on-one support in the individual's home and community
• Assist with activities of daily living while encouraging independence
• Provide verbal or physical prompts when appropriate
• Support personal goals, routines, and independent living skills
• Assist with meal planning, cooking, shopping, and light housekeeping
• Encourage participation in recreational, social, and community activities
• Assist with transportation to activities, appointments, or employment when authorized
• Follow the individual's support plan and document services provided
• Communicate professionally with care coordinators and authorized family members
• Maintain accurate documentation and support client health and safety

What You’ll Need

• Active Florida CNA license or completion of at least 40 hours of Florida Home Health Aide training
• Valid government-issued identification
• Ability to follow individual support plans and complete required documentation
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A dependable, patient, compassionate, and professional approach
• Ability to work independently while following established care and safety requirements

Additional credentialing, screening, or training requirements may apply before accepting an assignment.

Make a Meaningful Difference

Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities benefit from consistent, person-centered support that helps them live safely, build confidence, and participate more fully in their communities.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will have the opportunity to develop meaningful relationships while supporting each individual's dignity, personal choices, and goals.

• $500 bonus is available to eligible independent contractors who meet all applicable program requirements. Eligibility requirements, required service hours, payment timing, and additional terms will be provided during the contracting process.

Independent Contractor Notice:

This is a 1099 independent contractor opportunity. Independent contractors are self-employed and responsible for applicable tax obligations. The availability, location, duration, and number of assignments are based on client needs and are not guaranteed.

AHCA Licenses:

3002096, 30211337, 30210968, 30210967, 30210964, 30211593, 3012096, 30211343, 30211018, 3032096, 30210956, 30211345, 30211388, 1189

Caregivers must comply with state background screening requirements. Compensation, benefits and time off vary by state and location, so please ask for complete details at your interview.

Data Security and Privacy Statement

At Help at Home, we prioritize protecting your personal information during the hiring process. We comply with all relevant data privacy regulations, including HIPAA and SOX where applicable. Your data will only be used to assess your employment suitability and won't be shared with unauthorized parties.

We use strong security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access or disclosure. By submitting your application, you consent to this process. You can access, modify, or request deletion of your data by contacting us.

Employees must adhere to our data protection policies and legal requirements to safeguard sensitive information.