$21/hr Direct Support Professional
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Job overview
Amergis is hiring a $21/hr Direct Support Professional. The Direct Support Personnel II assists individuals with intellectual disabilities or mental health challenges. This role focuses on the growth and development of interpersonal skills and activities of daily living in various settings. The DSP II works directly with residents, providing support for daily living activities and adaptive skills, and follows the guidance of the resident's Individual Service Plan.
Key focus areas include Assist individuals with intellectual disabilities or mental health challenges, Support growth and development of interpersonal skills, and Support activities of daily living in home, community, or residential settings.
Successful candidates bring High School Diploma, Valid Driver’s License, and Valid Auto Insurance. Important skills include Prioritize Tasks.
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Full job description
The Direct Support Personnel II assists individuals with intellectual disabilities or mental health challenges with growth and development of interpersonal skills and activities of daily living in the home, community or residential setting. The Direct Support Personnel II works directly with the resident and provides supports for activities of daily living and adaptive skills. The Direct Support Personnel II should follow the guidance of the resident/ patients Individual Service Plan.
Minimum Requirements:
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High School diploma or its equivalent
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Valid driver’s license
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Valid and current auto insurance
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Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
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Current CPR if applicable
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TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
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Current Health Certificate (per contract or state regulation)
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Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
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Must be at least 18 years of age
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Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
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Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
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Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
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401(k) savings plan
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Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Category: Aide
Job Function: Aide | DSP II– Company Vehicle | DSP II– Company Vehicle
Job Type: Contract - Full Time
Setting: Healthcare Facilities
Position Type: Healthcare
Office Number: 0773
Contract Duration: 13
Pay Rate: $840 / Week
Date Posted: 2026-07-21T15:27:47
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