Direct Support Professional/Caregiver

Job Description

Job Description

Radiant Horizon Family Services is seeking compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities in various counties in Ohio. As a DSP, you will assist individuals in achieving greater independence, health, and inclusion in their communities in accordance with their Individual Service Plans (ISPs) and in compliance with Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) rules and guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

Personal Care & Health Support

• Provide assistance with personal hygiene, grooming, dressing, toileting, and bathing

• Assist with mobility and transfers (including use of gait belts, lifts, wheelchairs)

• Monitor and document vital signs, symptoms, and general wellness

• Administer medications (after successful completion of DODD-approved training)

• Support dietary needs through meal prep, feeding, and hydration tracking

• Must be okay with being around pets

Community Integration & Skill Building

• Encourage community involvement through outings, recreational activities, and events

• Assist with transportation to medical appointments, work programs, and errands

• Teach and reinforce life skills including cooking, budgeting, and personal safety

• Help individuals achieve goals outlined in their ISPs and behavior support plans

Behavioral and Emotional Support

• Model respectful and positive interactions

• Utilize approved strategies to support individuals with behavioral challenges

• Promote self-advocacy and personal choice in daily decision-making

Documentation and Compliance

• Complete accurate daily progress notes and incident reports per DODD Rule 5123:2-17-02

• Ensure compliance with individual-specific protocols and plans

• Report health, safety, or welfare concerns immediately per MUI/UI procedures

• Maintain confidentiality and protect individual rights at all times

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Must be 18 years of age or older (21+ for driving positions)

• Valid Ohio driver’s license and acceptable driving record (if transporting clients)

• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel within assigned area

• Ability to pass:

  • BCII/FBI background check

  • Drug screening

  • Abuser Registry

  • Nurse Aide Registry check

Preferred (but not required):

• Prior experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities

• Completion of CPR/First Aid certification

• Completion of Medication Administration (DODD-approved) training for Med Certs 1, 2 & 3

• Familiarity with Ohio ISP structure and Behavior Support Rules

Required Training (Provided upon Hire):

• Initial and Annual DODD Provider Certification Training

• Rights of Individuals with DD

• MUI/UI Awareness

• Universal Precautions & Infection Control

• Emergency Response and Evacuation Procedures

• Person-Centered Planning and Service Delivery

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong sense of compassion, integrity, and reliability

• Ability to handle medical or behavioral emergencies calmly and confidently

• Team player with excellent interpersonal communication skills

• Commitment to treating all individuals with dignity and respect

• Willingness to adapt and provide individualized care

Physical & Work Environment Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and assist with mobility (up to 50 lbs)

• Work may involve exposure to weather during community outings

• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, overnights, and holidays

Why Work with Us:

• Join a mission-driven team committed to empowerment and dignity

• Receive paid training and ongoing professional development

• Be part of a supportive agency that values your service and growth

• Flexible scheduling and opportunities for advancement

Supporting with compassion, where care feels like family.

Company Description

Supporting with compassion, where care feels like family.