DSP (Direct Support Professional with Experience)

At Peace Health Care Agency; Middleburg (Snyder County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Job summary

At Peace Health Care Agency is seeking a Direct Support Professional to empower individuals with disabilities in the community and at home. You will provide person-centered care, support daily living activities, and promote independence while ensuring safety and dignity in interactions.

You will work in a part-time, in-person role with a flexible schedule and a focus on HIPAA-compliant confidentiality and respectful, rights-based care. Transportation assistance may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience with BSPs and home care practices.
• Ability to assist mobility and personal care needs.
• Experience tracking goals and implementing support strategies.
• Understanding of residents' rights and HIPAA compliance.
• Compassionate, reliable, and adaptable with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on support with daily living activities and mobility.
• Foster independence and community involvement.
• Implement and adapt individualized care plans.
• Maintain safe, respectful environment protecting rights.
• Provide transportation and accompany to appointments.
• Maintain confidentiality in HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Behavioral support plans (BSPs)

Home care basics

Mobility assistance

Goal tracking

HIPAA compliance & rights advocacy

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Job Summary

Are you passionate about empowering others and making a real difference in your community? As a Direct Support Professional, you’ll play a vital role in enhancing the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities—both at home and in the community. You’ll provide person-centered care, encourage independence, and ensure safety and dignity in every interaction.

Duties

• Deliver hands-on support with daily living activities, personal care, and mobility
• Foster independence and community involvement for individuals with disabilities
• Implement and adapt individualized care plans and behavioral strategies (BSP)
• Ensure a safe, respectful environment that protects individual rights and well-being
• Support individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other diverse needs
• Maintain strict confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA standards
• Provide transportation and accompany individuals to medical, therapy, and community appointments

Skills

• Strong knowledge of behavioral support plans (BSPs) and home care practices
• Ability to assist individuals with mobility and personal care needs
• Proficient in goal tracking and implementing individualized support strategies
• Solid understanding of individual rights, person-centered advocacy, and HIPAA compliance
• Compassionate, reliable, and adaptable with excellent interpersonal skills

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and access to your own reliable transportation.
• Prior experience as a DSP
• Client prefers male staff
• Must have own vehicle that is either all-wheel drive or 4-wheel drive.
• Must be able to drive up a mountain in the winter.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person