Direct Support Professional - Thursday, Friday, and Saturday: 9 AM- 9 PM

Chimes; Dover (DE); On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Professional development

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Medical plans

401(k) match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Tickets at Work

Employee referrals

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Chimes is seeking a Direct Support Professional to work Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 9 AM to 9 PM in our residential program. You will empower individuals with intellectual and behavioral challenges to live with dignity, independence, and confidence within a supportive, team-based environment.

Responsibilities include hands-on care, dressing, toileting, hygiene, feeding, and daily living tasks framed by individualized care plans; documenting progress; administering medications per policy;

Qualifications

• Experience in disability services preferred (not required—we train!).
• Ability to lift, push, or pull 50+ lbs.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support with kindness and respect.
• Assist with personal care including dressing, toileting, hygiene, feeding, bathing and daily living skills.
• Follow individualized care plans and document progress.
• Administer medications in accordance with policy.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment.
• Use approved behavior support techniques.
• Encourage community engagement and participation.
• Some DSP roles will require travel and support from Residential to Day programs.

Skills

Disability services experience

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional - Thursday, Friday, and Saturday: 9 AM- 9 PM

Job Category: Residential

• Full-Time

Locations

Chimes Home
Dover, DE 19904, USA

Description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – $18/hour
Make a Difference. Build a Career. Change Lives.

JoinChimes, a mission-driven nonprofit where compassion meets purpose. As a Direct Support Professional, you’ll empower individuals with intellectual and behavioral challenges to live with dignity, independence, and confidence—while growing in a supportive, team-focused environment.

Why Chimes

• Paid training and ongoing professional development
• Culture rooted in dignity, respect, and compassion

What You’ll Do

• Provide hands-on support with kindness and respect
• Assist with personal care including: dressing, toileting, hygiene, feeding, bathing and other daily living skills
• Follow individualized care plans and document progress
• Administer medications in accordance with policy
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment
• Use approved behavior support techniques
• Encourage community engagement and participation
• Some DSP roles will require travel and support from Residential to Day programs

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in disability services preferred (not required—we train!)
• Ability to lift, push, or pull 50+ lbs.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license - Meet one of the following driving record requirements? At least 3 years of unsuspended driving history with no more than 3 points, or At least 2 years of unsuspended driving history with a clean driving record

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Medical plans starting at$6.90/month (Day 1 coverage)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid training and tuition assistance
• Tickets at Work
• Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs
• Clear pathways for growth and advancement

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