Direct Support Professional
Assisted IndependenceColumbus, Indiana, United States • Valparaiso, Indiana, United States
Posted October 22, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Assisted Independence is a nonprofit healthcare organization that provides direct support professionals to individuals with developmental and physical disabilities, promoting health, safety, and well-being while advocating for their needs and helping them achieve personal goals.
Job Description
A Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides support to individuals with developmental and physical disabilities to promote health, safety, and well-being. The role involves advocating for clients, assisting with daily living skills, preparing meals, and completing light housekeeping. Training is provided to ensure successful job performance.
Requirements
- Great people skills
- Organizational skills
- Time management skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Multi-tasking skills
- Critical thinking
- Active listening
- Reading comprehension
- Teamwork
- Problem solving
- Teaching
- Innovation
- Strategy
Benefits
- Training provided
- Preparation for job success
- Meal preparation assistance