The Direct Support Professional (DSP) supports the individual goals of the person served and helps them become integrated into his/her community in the least restrictive manner. The DSP may assist in areas of mobility, activities of daily living, communication, cognition, health management, social networking, vocational, leisure time management, and community participation.
Make a difference in people's lives, including your own. Here are just some of the ways Hope Network invests in you for all that you do: Educational Reimbursement, Career Pathing, Paid Training, Employee referral bonus, Generous paid time off, Retirement savings plan.
The Direct Support Professional will assist in the following areas of personal care and development: Safety, Relationships, Activities and Daily Living Skills, Health, Community.
You possess a strong desire to help others with empathy, patience, understanding, enthusiasm, and dedication. You exhibit characteristics of trustworthiness, integrity, and honesty. You respect diversity and inclusion. You demonstrate professionalism in communication, pleasantness, attendance, attention to accuracy and follow through, reliability, teamwork, and punctuality. You take part in continuous education, training, and personal development and growth.
We are Hopeful you have: High school diploma/ GED, Valid State of Michigan driver's license, Ability to lift 50 lbs., Ability to become certified in CPR/First Aid, Commitment to scheduled shifts, assigned duties, and performance expectations, Possess basic computer skills.