Direct Support Professional- Full Time /2nd Shift

Hope Network; New Baltimore (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Direct Support Professional to make a real difference in the lives of individuals. In this fulfilling role, you will provide essential support in daily living activities, foster relationships built on trust, and promote community participation. With a focus on empathy and understanding, you will help individuals achieve their personal goals and enhance their quality of life. This position offers extensive training, career growth opportunities, and a supportive environment where your contributions are valued. If you have a passion for helping others and want to be part of a meaningful mission, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Benefits Effective your First Day

Educational Reimbursement

Career Pathing Opportunities

100% Paid Training

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings Plan

Qualifications

• Strong desire to help others with empathy and patience.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and become certified in CPR/First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily living activities and community integration.
• Monitor safety and promote positive behavior.

Skills

Empathy

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Patience

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional - Full Time / 2nd Shift

Job Category: Direct Care

Requisition Number: DIREC020407

Posted: March 11, 2025

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: MI New Baltimore Lillian
34410 Lillian Rd
New Baltimore, MI 48047, USA

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) supports the individual goals of the person served and helps them become integrated into his/her community in the least restrictive manner. The DSP may assist in areas of mobility, activities of daily living, communication, cognition, health management, social networking, vocational, leisure time management, and community participation.

Why a DSP at Hope…

Make a difference in people's lives, including your own.

Here are just some of the ways Hope Network invests in you for all that you do:

• Benefits Effective your First Day!
• Educational Reimbursement (including a tuition reimbursement program and tuition discounts)
• Career Pathing Opportunities for Staff Growth and Development
• 100% Paid Training
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Retirement Savings Plan

How you will change lives…

The Direct Support Professional will assist in the following areas of personal care and development:

Safety

• Monitor and ensure safety 24/7; this may be eyes-on, one-on-one, 15 or 30 minute checks, etc.
• Support crisis prevention, intervention, and resolution

Relationships

• Establish collaborative relationships built on trust and empathy through consistent and meaningful communication
• Foster a spirit of partnership with individuals served, the community, and other professionals

Activities and Daily Living Skills

• Help build effective skills for problem-solving, communication, and independence
• Assist person served to identify and/or participate in social and leisure interests and activities such as: transport/escort to stores, concerts, movies, or in-house social events (barbeques, movie nights, games, etc.)
• Help person served with activities of daily living to include (but not limited to): getting to and from places, dressing/undressing, bathing/showering, combing hair, trimming nails, restroom assistance, and cooking

Health

• Monitor vitals for any medical condition or illness
• Promote positive behavior
• Attend medical appointments and ensure accurate information is relayed between medical provider and care team
• Understand, read, and assist in the implementation of medical, behavioral, and/or clinical team care plans and provide accurate, timely, and descriptive documentation of such

Community

• Connect person served with opportunities or places in their community to develop relationships with others
• Support community participation, volunteering, career goals or employment, and educational interests

About you…

• You possess a strong desire to help others with empathy, patience, understanding, enthusiasm, and dedication
• You exhibit characteristics of trustworthiness, integrity, and honesty
• You respect diversity and inclusion
• You demonstrate professionalism in communication, pleasantness, attendance, attention to accuracy and follow through, reliability, teamwork, and punctuality
• You take part in continuous education, training, and personal development and growth

You must have…

• High school diploma/GED
• Valid State of Michigan driver’s license
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to become certified in CPR/First Aid
• Commitment to scheduled shifts, assigned duties, and performance expectations