Direct Support Professional (DSP) - high acuity behavioral support

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - high acuity behavioral support South Bend, IN Job Details From $20 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Crisis intervention CPR Certification Mental health and behavioral care Working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders CPI Certification BLS Certification First aid Mid-level High school diploma or GED Driver's License First Aid Certification Behavioral disorders support Direct support Implementing behavioral health therapy programs Escalation handling Crisis management Patient emergency assistance AED Certification Full Job Description Help at Home - Make a real difference in your community. Pay starts at $20 per hour. Help at Home is seeking compassionate, dependable, and highly trained Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities—specifically those with high‑acuity behavioral needs. If you're looking for meaningful work where your advanced skills truly matter, this role offers purpose, growth, and the chance to help people live with dignity and independence. As a DSP, you'll provide one-on-one support to individuals with developmental disabilities, including those with aggressive or self injurious ASD presentations. Your work helps people live as independently and safely as possible. HighAcuity Behavioral Support Responsibilities (For candidates meeting advanced crisis management qualifications) Implement structured Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) in collaboration with BCBAs or clinical supervisors Utilize approved crisis intervention strategies to prevent or deescalate aggressive or self injurious behaviors Perform safe blocking, protective positioning, stair guarding, and elopement interruption Maintain situational awareness during community outings and transitions Support individuals through prolonged escalation cycles with calm, steady regulation Administer emergency interventions including CPR, First Aid, AED use, and EpiPen administration What you need: High school diploma or equivalent At least 18 years old Successful background check and required training Valid driver's license and reliable transportation with insurance Ability to work safely and respectfully in clients' homes and communities Compassion, reliability, and a desire to make a positive impact Candidates for high‑acuity behavioral support must have one or more of the following: CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) certification Safety‑Care certification PCM (Professional Crisis Management) certification TCI (Therapeutic Crisis Intervention) or Mandt System training (or equivalent) Documented experience managing aggressive and self injurious ASD presentations Training in safe blocking and protective positioning Competency in stair guarding and elopement interruption CPR, First Aid, and AED certification Documented EpiPen administration training Ability to follow structured behavior support approaches (BCBA/BSP frameworks) Physical stamina appropriate for prolonged escalation cycles Caregivers must comply with state background screening requirements. Compensation, benefits and time off vary by state and location, so please ask for complete details at your interview. Data Security and Privacy Statement At Help at Home, we prioritize protecting your personal information during the hiring process. We comply with all relevant data privacy regulations, including HIPAA and SOX where applicable. Your data will only be used to assess your employment suitability and won't be shared with unauthorized parties. We use strong security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access or disclosure. By submitting your application, you consent to this process. You can access, modify, or request deletion of your data by contacting us. Employees must adhere to our data protection policies and legal requirements to safeguard sensitive information.