Direct Support Professional
Rate: Rate depending on experience
Work Schedule: Full-Time / Part-Time, Hourly
Location: Community-Based / Multiple Locations
Make a Meaningful Impact
Are you a mission-driven individual looking to make a difference in someone’s life? Achieva is seeking caring, compassionate, and reliable individuals to support people with disabilities in achieving independence, connection, and personal fulfillment. Direct Support Professionals positively impact the people we support in a number of ways — taking people to medical appointments, participating in recreational activities, helping with personal care, and supporting activities of daily living. If you value flexibility, empowerment, and community-centered work, we welcome you to apply.
About Achieva
For over 70 years, Achieva has been committed to supporting and including individuals with disabilities and their families. We envision a community where everyone leads a life of personal significance. Achieva provides personalized services and opportunities that respect each person’s unique aspirations.
Position Summary
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides direct care and personalized support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a community setting, ensuring their health, safety, and welfare.
Key Responsibilities
- Understands, supports, and advocates with people we support by helping them achieve their vision of a good life.
- Identifies, documents, and shares concerns and successes as appropriate.
- Transports and accompanies people to activities, appointments, and community events.
- Helps with personal care tasks as needed.
- Assists with money management by promoting independence and budgeting skills.
- Administers medications in accordance with state guidelines and training.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.