DSP - Direct Support Professional | Weekdays - PT or FT - Tiffin, OH - Seneca County | NW OH

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DSP / Direct Support Professional (DODD-Certified)

• Minimum of 1-year paid experience in home care is required (experience with home health agency desired)

• Active DODD Certification is required

• Seneca County and surrounding areas.
• Willingness to travel to/from client throughout Seneca County is required (30-45 minute radius).
• Willingness to travel to clients up to at least a 45-60 minute radius (from your home) is required if additional hours are desired, primarily consisting of surrounding areas in Seneca, Wood, and/or adjacent counties.

• Part-Time or Full-Time available + desire for Long-term commitment (2+ years at HCN)
• Must be willing and able to start immediately with PT hours (approx. 20+ hrs/wk)
• 30-day build-up to additional Part-Time or Full-Time (32-40 hrs/wk) hours is available if desired (not required)

• IMMEDIATE availability needed; requires Weekday - daytime schedule (exact start + end times are customizable).
• Additional case hours available Full-Time employment on weekday, Weekend, and hybrid schedules.

STARTING PAY RATE: $15 - $19/hr

Pay Rate based on certifications, experience, schedule and travel availability, work history, references, and overall fit.

Home Care Network, Inc. is URGENTLY SEEKING an experienced, compassionate, and professional DoDD-Certified DSP to join our home health agency and provide hands‑on personal care and support to a pediatric client in Seneca County, OH.

• Personal care, hygiene and Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including safe transfers, and mobility/positioning support
• Support safe use of assistive devices (walkers, wheelchairs, lifts) - as needed
• Nutrition & Meal / Meal Prep Support
• Homemaking & Environmental Support (IADLs) including light housekeeping, errands, and tasks required to maintain a clean, safe, and organized home environment
• Community Engagement & Appointment Support, Coordination, and (in approved situations) Transportation
• Basic Health and Safety Monitoring
• Care Plan Implementation
• Dementia & Behavioral Support (if applicable)
• Demonstrated ability to follow a written Plan of Care
• Pro‑active observation and excellent electronic documentation
• Supporting client independence, safety and confidentiality
• Professional, caring, and compassionate behavior to clients, client families, and your peers / co‑workers
• Total Care Team Collaboration
• Ongoing Training & Certification Requirements

• Immediate start with 20+ hours: part-time, weekday position requiring consistent availability.
  • Weekdays: daytime and evening shifts are required.
• Additional case hours available for more Part‑Time or Full‑Time employment on weekday, Weekend, and hybrid schedules.
• Local travel within Marion + Richland Counties | Expanded cases/hours may include adjacent Counties

• Minimum of 1 year paid in‑home care or caregiving experience (agency experience desirable but not required)
• Active DoDD Certification in good standing is required; 1+ years experience as DSP highly desired.
• Exceptional on‑time and attendance record, and consistent availability aligned to your chosen schedule type (PT/FT/Hybrid).
• Active CPR + FA certification and documentation of both
• Character traits: reliable, honest beyond reproach, professional, compassionate, detail‑oriented (in care + documentation), accountable, friendly and accommodating, respectful
• Willingness and ability to perform required physical demands (see below)
• Consent + Ability to pass a State & Federal background check (including fingerprints)
• 18yo + active Driver's License / State
• Reliable transportation to all scheduled visits, within full reach of stated travel radius

• Experience with:
  • G‑tubes / feeding support
  • Seizure protocols
  • Behavioral health or crisis response
• High School diploma or GED
• Active STNA (State Tested Nurse Aide) or CNA certification, or previous home health aide certification
• Previous home health experience (1‑3 years)
• Familiarity with Medicaid waiver services

• Flexible shift times also available - we build reliable, consistent schedules that fit your lifestyle and pay weekly.
• Weekly pay (on Fridays) including paid onboarding and training.
• No Requirements for On-Call shifts, Weekends, extensive travel distances, or overtime (when not desired).
• Friendly travel expectations:
  Typical daily travel consists of Up to 30-minute client travel radius (from your home).
  • Up to 45‑or 60‑minute client travel radius (from your home) is highly desired (not required).
  • Candidates seeking cases closer to home (