Career Openings >> Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Group Home Setting
Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Group Home Setting
Summary
Title:Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Group Home Setting
ID:0528202501
Division:Healthcare
City:Tucson
State:Arizona
Posted By:Cristal Sheets
Description

Location: Tucson 85714 | Experience Required: 1+ year in direct care

We’re seeking compassionate, reliable individuals to coach, mentor, and provide hands-on support to adults with developmental disabilities (e.g., autism, cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities, epilepsy) in a group home environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with daily living activities: bathing, dressing, toileting, meals, etc.

  • Support skill development and independence through structured activities

  • Prepare and serve meals, assist with special diets

  • Perform light housekeeping and maintain a clean, safe environment

  • Administer medications and provide basic health care

  • Follow each member’s Person-Centered Service Plan and behavioral supports

  • Engage members in recreational and community activities

  • Document progress and communicate with the care team

  • Attend team meetings and required training's


Requirements

  • 1+ year of experience in direct care or similar setting

  • Ability to lift/push/pull at least 50 lbs

  • Flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts

  • Strong communication skills (verbal and written); sign language is a plus

  • Must be able to read and follow care plans and written instructions

  • Basic computer skills for documentation and training


Preferred Skills

  • Experience with personal care, medication administration, and therapeutic support

  • Familiarity with behavior support techniques and specialized meal plans


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