DSP Direct Support Professional Developmental Disabilities

Beulah Home Care LLC; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Beulah Home Care LLC is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Dayton, OH to assist individuals with IDD in daily living, health management, and community participation. Responsibilities include teaching life skills, personal care, medication support, meal planning, and documentation.

The role requires CPR/First Aid readiness and strong collaboration with families and healthcare teams. You will work with clients in community and home settings, following ISP plans, maintaining safety, and

Qualifications

• Experience delivering personal care and daily living assistance.
• Ability to support individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD).
• Maintain accurate daily logs and progress notes.
• CPR and First Aid knowledge or certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach life skills like cooking, laundry, housecleaning, and personal hygiene.
• Provide aid with eating, mobility, transferring, and grooming.
• Administer or monitor medications and track health concerns.
• Plan and prepare meals meeting dietary requirements.
• Maintain CPR/First Aid certifications for emergencies.
• Ensure a safe living environment and report concerns.
• Facilitate social activities and transportation for appointments or events.
• Document care activities and coordinate with care teams.
• Communicate with families and case managers to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Direct care

IDD support

Documentation

CPR/First Aid

Education

DSP certification

Job description

Beulah Home Care LLC is currently hiriing DSP's for the Dayton, OH 45410Hours are Monday through Friday 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., 11:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., Saturday and Sunday hours are 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.

A DSP works directly with individuals who have intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) to foster independence and support fulfilling, self-directed lives. Unlike a traditional caregiver who may simply perform tasks for a client, a DSP focuses on teaching the individual how to perform daily activities themselves.

Their responsibilities are multifaceted and often categorized by the specific type of support provided:

Daily Living & Personal Care

• Skill Development: Teaching life skills such as cooking, laundry, housecleaning, and personal hygiene (bathing/dressing).
• Personal Assistance: Providing direct aid with eating, mobility, transferring, and grooming based on the individual's needs.

Health & Safety Management

• Medical Support: Administering or monitoring medication, tracking health concerns, and coordinating with healthcare providers.
• Nutrition: Planning menus and preparing meals that meet specific dietary requirements.
• Emergency Response: Maintaining certifications in CPR and First Aid to handle unforeseen medical or safety situations.
• Safety Monitoring: Ensuring a safe living environment free from health hazards and reporting any suspected abuse or neglect.

Community & Social Integration

• Community Participation: Facilitating involvement in social networks, recreational activities, workshops, or clubs to build social connections.
• Transportation: Driving individuals to doctor appointments, social outings, or work assignments.
• Advocacy: Acting as an advocate to ensure the individual's rights are respected and their voice is heard in the community.

Administrative & Professional Duties

• Documentation: Keeping accurate daily logs of care, medication administration, mood changes, and progress toward personal goals.
• Individual Support Plans (ISP): Adhering to and implementing personalized behavior and care plans developed by healthcare teams.
• Team Collaboration: Communicating regularly with family members, case managers, and other medical professionals to ensure consistent care.