Direct Support Professional — Meaningful Impact & Growth

Abraxas Youth & Family Services; Camden (DE); On-site; EUR 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

Employee Referral Bonuses

Company-Paid Training

Job summary

RHD is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support individuals in a residential behavioral health setting in Delaware. The role focuses on daily living, development of independent living skills, and community engagement.

You will work as part of a team to provide compassionate, patient care, monitor for crises, and document health and progress. The organization emphasizes training, growth, and a mission-driven culture that helps people achieve independence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Delaware Driver’s License and clean driving record.
• Minimum three years of acceptable driving history and ability to meet driving requirements.
• Experience with behavioral health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with activities of daily living (hygiene, grooming, meals, laundry, housekeeping, routines).
• Support development of independent living skills and personal responsibility.
• Assist with medication routines per agency policies.
• Encourage participation in community, recreational, educational and social activities.
• Help individuals build meaningful relationships and community connections.
• Provide guidance and positive role modeling to foster confidence and life skills.
• Monitor for crisis signs and respond using approved interventions.
• Maintain a safe, clean residential environment and document changes.
• Observe and report changes in physical, emotional, or behavioral health.
• Collaborate with supervisors, nurses, clinicians, family, and the team.
• Participate in team meetings and ongoing training.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Patient

Team-Oriented

Service-Focused

Professional

Positive

Committed to Helping Others

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

RHD is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support individuals in a residential behavioral health setting in Delaware. The role focuses on daily living, development of independent living skills, and community engagement.

You will work as part of a team to provide compassionate, patient care, monitor for crises, and document health and progress. The organization emphasizes training, growth, and a mission-driven culture that helps people achieve independence.