Direct Support Professional
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
- Employee discounts
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Training & development
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity for advancement
Safe Haven Home Care provides person-centered support for individuals with developmental disabilities. Our mission is to promote independence, dignity, and quality of life through compassionate, consistent care. Position Summary
The Pediatric Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides one-on-one support to a child in a home and community setting. This role focuses on maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive environment while assisting with daily routines, development, and behavior support. This position requires consistency, patience, and the ability to follow individualized care plans while working closely with the family and care team. Key Responsibilities
Direct Care & Support
- Provide one-on-one support tailored to the childs developmental and emotional needs
- Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): hygiene, dressing, meals
- Support structured routines, learning, and play
- Encourage positive behavior and social development
- Follow the Individual Service Plan (ISP) and any behavior support strategies
- Ensure a safe, attentive, and structured environment at all times
- Provide appropriate supervision based on the childs needs
- Assist with transitions (home routines, activities, community outings if applicable)
- Follow all care plans and safety protocols
- Monitor for changes in behavior or condition and report concerns promptly
- Complete daily service notes and required documentation
- Report incidents or concerns in a timely manner
- Follow all company policies and procedures
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience working with children preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to follow structured routines and care plans
- Valid drivers license, insurance, and reliable transportation
- Ability to pass background checks
- CPR/First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Experience working with developmental disabilities
- Experience with behavioral support strategies
- Experience in home-based or pediatric care settings
- Part-Time or PRN opportunities available
- Flexible scheduling based on client needs
- Evening, weekend, or after-school availability may be required
- Flexible scheduling
- Meaningful, purpose-driven work
- Opportunity to make a direct impact in a childs life
- Supportive team environment
This role requires patience, consistency, and reliability. Candidates must demonstrate strong attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to maintain a structured and supportive environment.
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