Direct Support Professional

Essential Services LLC

Direct Support Professionals provide person-centered care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities. This role focuses on daily living activities, community engagement, and fostering independence.

Posted 7/28/2026full-time🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $22 - $25 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing direct support to individuals with high behavioral needs, fostering independence, and promoting social inclusion. Proficient in maintaining safety and effective communication while managing documentation and transportation requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Direct Support Professional ExperienceBehavioral Support SkillsValid Driver’s LicenseReliable TransportationDHS Criminal Background Check

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Hard Skills

Assistance With Daily TasksImplementation Of Individual Support PlansDocumentation And ReportingPhysical Caregiving SkillsCrisis Response

Soft Skills

Calmness Under PressureEncouragement Of IndependenceCommunity Interaction PromotionRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Smartphone With Internet Access

Industry Keywords

Client DevelopmentSocial InclusionLight HousekeepingTransportation SafetyWeekend Availability

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist clients with daily tasks such as hygiene, meals, and light housekeeping while encouraging independence
Implement goals outlined in the Individual Support Plan (ISP)
Foster healthy routines and support client development in line with their abilities and interests
Accompany clients on outings, appointments, or errands
Promote social inclusion by encouraging community interaction and positive relationships
Provide safe and reliable transportation using your own vehicle
Ensure safety in both home and community settings
Respond calmly and effectively in challenging situations, including medical or behavioral emergencies
Maintain regular communication with the administrative team
Accurately complete all required documentation and reporting
Ability to assist with lifting, bending, walking, and other physical aspects of caregiving
Capable of handling behavioral challenges and supporting individuals with higher needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be at least 18 years old
Prior experience as a DSP or in a similar caregiving/support role
Comfortable supporting individuals with high behavioral needs
Available to work weekends (required)
Own reliable transportation for use in transporting clients
Valid Driver’s License and current auto insurance (minimum 100k/300k liability coverage)
Smartphone with internet access for documentation
Ability to pass a DHS criminal background check

Benefits

Comp & perks

$0.50/hour wage increase on your anniversary
$150 sign-on bonus
Health (We contribute $422 toward your health premium per month!)
Vision and Dental Insurance
401(k) retirement plan with up to 5% employer match
Referral bonuses
Paid Time Off and Paid Training
$0.56/mile mileage reimbursement when transporting adult clients
Free company events!
A supportive, mission-driven team environment