Position Summary

The Behavior-Focused Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides high-quality care, supervision, and behavioral support to residents within an all-male behavior group home. This role serves individuals with developmental disabilities, behavioral support needs, dementia, or those requiring total care.

This position requires proficiency in Professional Crisis Management (PCM), including preventive, de-escalation, and physical intervention strategies. Staff must perform approved PCM restraint procedures when necessary to ensure safety during minimum to moderate behavioral episodes involving aggression or self-injurious actions.

Professionalism, integrity, and adherence to all safety and compliance standards are essential.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living tasks, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, grooming, and medication administration.
• Provide emotional support, companionship, and encouragement to foster positive engagement and independence.
• Observe, document, and report resident behaviors, mood changes, and notable events in accordance with agency documentation guidelines.
• Apply Professional Crisis Management (PCM) techniques to prevent, de-escalate, and manage behavioral incidents.
• Conduct safe and approved PCM physical restraints when necessary to protect residents and staff from harm.
• Support residents with mobility needs, including safe lifting, transferring, and repositioning.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe living environments; follow all health, sanitation, and safety protocols.
• Implement residents' individualized support plans and collaborate with supervisors, healthcare providers, and family members.
• Attend required trainings, including PCM certification, medication administration training, and ongoing professional development.
• Uphold all agency policies, procedures, and state regulatory requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability or willingness to become PCM certified and utilize crisis management techniques as required.
• Strong behavioral observation skills and ability to respond appropriately to changes in resident condition or behavior.
• Compassionate, patient, and respectful approach to supporting individuals with behavioral and personal care needs.
• Physical capability to safely perform lifts, transfers, and PCM interventions.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional training or education in behavioral health, psychology, caregiving, or related fields preferred.
• Valid driver's license may be required depending on work location and transportation needs.
• Prior experience in a behavioral group home, developmental disability services, or healthcare setting preferred.