Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional

Job Overview

Location: Cuyahoga County

Employment Type: PRN or Part-time (10–20 hrs/weekly)

Compensation: $13–$19 per hour based on experience and schedule

Schedule: rotating shifts; flexible hours including evenings/weekends

Travel: Required throughout Cuyahoga County

🧭 Job Description

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) , you will provide person-centered support to individuals with developmental disabilities (DD) in their home and in the community.

This is not a home health aide or home sitter position — a Direct Support Professional (DSP) mission is to empower individuals through direct coaching, self advocacy, and to support individuals in building skills, achieving goals, and increasing their independence.

✅ Key Responsibilities:

● Deliver direct professional assistance to individuals with DD in cultivating independence, mastering vocational skills, and fostering meaningful community integration.

● Follow and implement Individual Service Plans (ISPs) tailored to each person’s support services.

● Complete accurate and timely documentation (within 24 hours) of services provided and client progress.

● Maintain and promote the rights, dignity, and choices of each individual served.

● Assist with administrative tasks (e.g. completing reports, preparing documents) as needed.

🎯 What We’re Looking For:

● Passionate about empowering individuals with disabilities

● Responsible and able to manage time effectively across multiple client sites

● Strong communicators—both verbally and in writing

● Flexible and adaptable to a rotating, community-based schedule

● Tech-savvy and comfortable using a smartphone, tablet, or laptop for documentation

🎓 Minimum Qualifications:

● Age 18 or older

● High school diploma or GED

● CPR (required)

● At least 1 year of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities (volunteer work, internships, or care giving roles)

● Valid Ohio driver’s license, active auto insurance, and reliable transportation

● Clean criminal background and drug-free lifestyle

● Ability to work independently and as part of a team

● Availability for rotating shifts, including evenings and weekends

💼 What You’ll Need

● Your own smartphone, laptop, or tablet for documentation

● A willingness to drive within Cuyahoga County

● A collaborative mindset and a passion for inclusive support

💡 Preferred Qualities

● Interest in a future career in social work, education, vocational rehab, or psychology

● Experience in community employment, coaching, or peer support

● Familiarity with person-centered planning or trauma informed care 

💵 Compensation & Schedule

● Part-Time or Per Diem (10–20 hours/week): $13/hour - $19/hour 

● Mileage reimbursement for personal vehicle use

● Flexible scheduling, based on clients needs

Disclaimers

Our commitment to equal opportunity and data protection:

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable Accommodation If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact: +1 216-972-4000 or tmartin.med@shinessupport.com.