DSP Direct Support Professional Developmental Disabilities

Beulah Home Care LLC; Milford (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Beulah Home Care LLC in Milford, OH is urgently seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist individuals with IDD in fostering independence and self-directed lives. A DSP focuses on teaching daily living skills and providing compassionate, person-centered support.

Part-time weekend shifts run Saturdays and Sundays 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m., with additional hours as needed. You will support living skills, personal care, medication monitoring, meal planning, safety, transportation, advocacy,

Responsibilities

• Teach daily living skills including cooking and personal care.
• Assist with eating, mobility, transferring, and grooming.
• Administer or monitor medications and coordinate with providers.
• Document care and report progress daily.

Skills

Life skills coaching

Personal care assistance

Medication monitoring

Mobility assistance

Documentation

Team communication

Advocacy

Transportation

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Milford, OH

Beulah Home Care LLC is URGENTLY Seeking A Direct Support Professional (DSP) for Milford, OH. 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.

Part-time Days/hours: Saturday and Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. every other weekend, other hours as needed

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.