Direct Support Professional DSP for Home-based Health Care

SHEPHERD HEALTH AND LIVING LLC; Bellevue (OH); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Paid training

Mileage reimbursement

Bonus based on performance

Job summary

SHEPHERD HEALTH AND LIVING LLC is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in Ohio. This full-time role involves working closely with patients in their homes, following detailed care plans to provide personalized assistance and fostering genuine relationships.

Successful candidates will be detail-oriented, organized, and committed to patient care. Responsibilities include daily activity assistance, patient records maintenance, and engaging patients in mental stimulation activities. We offer training, flexible scheduling, and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CPR/First Aid certification is required.
• Driver’s license/ID and car insurance required if driving clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities such as moving.
• Care for patients with personal care and household tasks.
• Maintain records of patient care and discuss observations with supervisors.
• Engage patients in mental health activities.
• Administer medications and vaccinations.
• Engage patients in exercises or activities.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to build relationships

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPR/First Aid certification

2-Hour Course for Direct Support Professional Certificate

Job description

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: $16.00 per hour
• Shifts available immediately
• Location: In person at homes of individuals we serve (Norwalk, Bellevue, Ashland, Loudonville, Fremont, Monroeville, and Sandusky)
• Expected hours: 40 per week + Overtime if you are interested!
• Part time shifts also available

Job Summary

We are looking for Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to join our team! You will directly work with patients, following a one‑on‑one care plan in patient homes. You operate with a big heart, not only providing personalized and attentive care but by building genuine relationships with those you serve. You are detail‑oriented, highly organized, and committed to creating a healthy environment that meets patient needs. Strong verbal and written communication skills are needed to succeed in this role. Prior Home Health or Hospice experience is a plus but not required. If you are looking for a new career, we can train you from the beginning!

Benefits

• Overtime Opportunities
• Bonus based on performance
• Flexible schedule
• Paid EVERY Friday
• Mileage reimbursement
• Weekly expense reimbursements
• Paid training

Schedule

• Morning shifts
• Afternoon/Evening shifts
• Overnight shifts
• Weekday and Weekend Shifts

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities such as moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles
• Care for patients by changing bed linens, doing laundry, cleaning the home, or assisting with personal care
• Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with the supervisor
• Build relationships with patients by conversing or reading aloud to help keep them mentally healthy and alert
• Give medications and immunizations
• Engage patients in exercises or other activities

Qualifications

• 2‑Hour Course for Direct Support Professional (DSP) Certificate - We will help you get this if you do not currently have it
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Driver’s license/ID required
• Car insurance required if driving clients to various outings
• CPR/First Aide certification required
• BCI and/or FBI background check - Cost of this is reimbursed to you same-day
• Have Social Security Card for employment onboarding

Work Environment

• Growth opportunities
• On‑the‑job training
• Casual work attire