Direct Support Professional DSP for Home Health Support

SHEPHERD HEALTH AND LIVING LLC; Bellevue (OH); On-site; USD 41,328,000 - 49,594,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Same-day Reimbursements

Flexible schedule

Help or transport service

Paid every Friday

Mileage reimbursement

Weekly expense reimbursements

Paid training

Job summary

Shepherd Health and Living is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our team. You will work one-on-one with individuals in their homes, following care plans with empathy and attention to detail, building trusting relationships. Excellent communication is essential.

Prior home health or hospice experience is a plus but not required; we provide training. This is a full-time, in-person role with shifts available now and 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2-Hour DSP Certificate or willingness to obtain; we will help you.
• Driver's license/ID required.
• BCI and FBI background check; cost reimbursed.

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

Skills

Driver's license

Background check

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Direct Support Professional Certificate (2-Hour Course)

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Benefits

• Same-day Reimbursements
• Flexible schedule
• Help or transport service

Shepherd Health and Living is a DODD certified agency that provides staffing and home-based care for individuals with various disabilities to empower them to live with independence and provide community, security, and mobility.

If there is a fit together, we look forward to hiring you and introducing you to the team and individuals we serve!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Shifts available immediately

Location: In person at homes of individuals we serve

Expected hours: 40 per week

Part time shifts also available

Job Summary

We are looking for a Direct Support Professional (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

• 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

Our work environment includes:

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