Direct Support Professional Tuesday and Wednesday 8a-8p & Friday 7a-7p

Chimes International LTD; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans starting at $6.90/month

Dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off

403(b) retirement plan with employer–s

Paid training and tuition assistance

Tickets at Work

Employee referral bonuses and recognit

Job summary

Chimes in Newark, DE is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to empower individuals with intellectual and behavioral challenges to live with dignity and independence. This on-site, full-time role offers a starting wage of $18 per hour, with paid training and ongoing professional development.

You will provide hands-on support, follow individualized care plans, assist with daily living skills, and help participants engage with the community.

Qualifications

• 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 with driving record requirements: at least 3 years unsuspended driving history with no more than 3 points, or at least 2 years unsuspended history with clean record.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Lifting 50+ lbs

Hands-on care

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Direct Support Professional Tuesday and Wednesday 8a-8p & Friday 7a-7p

• Posted on October 30, 2026

Locations

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Chimes Home
Newark, DE 19711, USA

• On-site
• Residential
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: DIREC011558

Description

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

Join Chimes, 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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