Direct Support Specialist: Empower Independence & Community

Prestige Home Care LLC; Lebanon (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Prestige Home Care LLC seeks a compassionate Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide person-centered assistance to individuals with IDD in their homes and communities. You will help clients develop independence, participate in meaningful activities, and pursue goals outlined in their ISP.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs/IADLs, personal care, meal prep, mobility support, transportation when needed, and documenting progress.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; applicable requirements followed for the service.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals, families, and the support team.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Ability to complete required documentation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Successful completion of background checks, clearances, and agency screening requirements.
• Successful completion of required DSP orientation, training, and competency requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, person-centered support based on ISP and service needs.
• Assist individuals with ADLs, IADLs, and other approved support needs.
• Support individuals with personal hygiene, grooming, dressing, meal preparation, housekeeping, and other daily activities as authorized.
• Encourage independence by allowing individuals to make choices and participate in their own care and daily routines.
• Support individuals in developing life skills including communication, self-advocacy, decision-making, money management, and household skills.
• Assist individuals with accessing community resources, recreational activities, appointments, employment, education, volunteering, and social activities as identified in the ISP.
• Promote meaningful community integration and participation.
• Provide transportation assistance when authorized and consistent with the ISP.
• Maintain a safe environment and identify and report safety concerns.

Skills

Communication

Follow Instructions

Confidentiality

Documentation

Teamwork

Independence

Background checks

Training

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Prestige Home Care LLC seeks a compassionate Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide person-centered assistance to individuals with IDD in their homes and communities. You will help clients develop independence, participate in meaningful activities, and pursue goals outlined in their ISP.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs/IADLs, personal care, meal prep, mobility support, transportation when needed, and documenting progress.