Direct Support Professional (DSP) Job at Sunbridge Home Health Care, Goodwater, AL

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  • Sunbridge Home Health Care
  • Goodwater, AL

Job Description

About the Direct Support Professional Position

We are looking for a qualified DSP to care for our individuals in a professional and compassionate manner. It's often a demanding job, but it can also be very gratifying. 

The ideal candidate will be dependable and courteous with outstanding communication skills. You should be able to follow instructions and perform a variety of tasks to help individuals.

DSP Responsibilities

  • Assist individuals with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor's appointments, walks, etc.)

  • Assist individual with personal care and hygiene (as needed, if/when they need help).

  • Help individual's complete goals they have.

  • Plan and prepare meals with assistance from the individuals (if/when they are able)

  • Do the individual's shopping or accompany them when they shop

  • Perform light housekeeping duties that individuals can't complete on their own

  • Be a pleasant and supportive DSP

  • Report any unusual incidents

  • Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

DSP Requirements

  • Proven experience in the supported field

  • Valid Driver License and Social Security card

  • Updated CPR/First Aid certification

  • Updated TB test

  • Valid car insurance

  • Ability to pass several background checks and drug screen

  • Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints

  • Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards

  • Respectful and compassionate

  • Good time management skills

  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills

  • Strong ethics

  • Physical endurance

Job Tags

Full time,

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