Direct Support Professional; DSP – Priority | Fast-Track Process

Position Summary

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in group homes or apartments. You’ll assist with daily living skills, community inclusion, and personal growth—helping individuals gain independence while ensuring their health, safety, and well‑being.

• Full-Time:
  Tuesday–Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM & Saturday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM – Priority Hiring
• Full-Time:
  Friday–Monday, 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM – Priority Hiring
• Part-Time Weekend:
  Saturday–Sunday, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM – Priority Hiring

• Support residents with daily routines and independent living skills (nutrition, hygiene, money management, social skills, etc.)
• Assist with personal care and medical needs
• Administer and document medications accurately
• Transport residents to medical appointments and community activities using agency vehicles
• Facilitate community inclusion (bowling, movies, fairs, outings, and social events)
• Ensure resident safety, dignity, and well‑being at all times
• Maintain accurate documentation in electronic health records (EHR) systems
• Advocate for residents’ rights and individual goals
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and team collaboration

• Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check with minimal violations (no provisional restrictions)
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work and be able to drive themselves between work sites when required; must also be comfortable driving agency vans when transporting individuals served
• At minimum, a high school diploma, GED, or foreign equivalent
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Ability to attend and successfully complete a required two‑week, in‑office paid training upon hire, as well as maintain annual recertifications
• Comfortable using computers and agency systems to document thorough, accurate, and detailed shift summary reports; log data into electronic systems, check and respond to emails, and upload required documentation
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and other web‑based systems
• Ability to provide professional references during the application process
• Required to transport individuals served using agency vehicles for community activities and medical or planned appointments

• Ability to assist residents with mobility and personal care
• Lift/Force Requirements:
  • Constant: 10 lbs
  • Frequent: 25 lbs
  • Occasional: 50 lbs
• Strong judgment, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
• Ability to work independently while ensuring resident safety

Pay: $20.00–$21.00 per hour.

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Matching 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time)
• Matching 401(k) plan for part‑time and substitute staff
• Sick paid time off for part‑time and substitute staff

Our House, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, or sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status.

We encourage candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact HR department.

This job description is not a contract and does not imply guaranteed employment. Duties, responsibilities, and requirements may change at the discretion of Our House, Inc. Employment is at‑will.