Full-Time Direct Support Professional: Elevate Lives

Health and Behavorial Dimensions, Inc.; Town of Florida, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

401k

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term

Disability Insurance

Company-Paid Life Insurance of $35,000

Company-Paid AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Company-Sponsored Training Certs

RBT Training Opportunity

Job summary

Health & Behavioral Dimensions, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide hands-on care for adults with developmental disabilities in Broward County, FL.

The DSP supports daily living activities, safety, and skill development in group homes and ADT facilities on a full-time, onsite basis. Responsibilities include crisis de-escalation, documentation of progress, medication administration, transportation, meal prep, and maintaining a clean environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of direct care experience in medical/behavioral settings.
• Valid Florida Driver's License and ability to travel during the day.
• CPR/First Aid and PCM certifications within required timeframes.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and use approved holds.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on care and assist with daily living activities.
• De-escalate intense behaviors using crisis-intervention techniques.
• Administer medications as prescribed and document progress.
• Record client information and incident reports daily.
• Transport clients to outings and assist with meals and hygiene.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Empathy

Communication

Data entry

Education

High School diploma

Experience with disabilities

Tools

EHR systems

Tablet / computer

Job description

Health & Behavioral Dimensions, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide hands-on care for adults with developmental disabilities in Broward County, FL.

The DSP supports daily living activities, safety, and skill development in group homes and ADT facilities on a full-time, onsite basis. Responsibilities include crisis de-escalation, documentation of progress, medication administration, transportation, meal prep, and maintaining a clean environment.