Direct Support Professional
Phoenix Home Care and Hospice
Summary
Do you have a passion for helping others live their best life? At Phoenix Home Care & Hospice, we are looking for dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in both their homes and communities in Pineville, Mo.
Job description
As a DSP, you will play an important role in helping clients reach their goals, build new skills, and enjoy meaningful experiences while providing compassionate support with daily living activities.
Your Day Might Include:
- Assisting with personal care and hygiene
- Helping with meal preparation and cleanup
- Supporting light housekeeping and laundry
- Offering companionship and encouragement
- Accompanying individuals to appointments, errands, or community activities
What You’ll Need:
- At least 18 years of age
- Minimum 1 year related DSP experience
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Ability to pass background and drug screenings
- Willingness to obtain CPR and First Aid training prior to your first shift
- Level 1 Med Aide Certification preferred
- Availability for at least one weekend per month
Requirements
- At least 18 years of age
- Minimum 1 year related DSP experience
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Ability to pass background and drug screenings
- Willingness to obtain CPR and First Aid training prior to first shift
- Level 1 Med Aide Certification preferred
- Availability for at least one weekend per month
Benefits
- Weekly direct deposit
- Competitive pay
- Flexible scheduling
- Paid training
- Continuing education
- Medical plans
- Spousal coverage
- Referral bonuses
- Employee recognition
Company overview
Phoenix Home Care and Hospice is a specialized healthcare provider offering comprehensive home-based medical services and end-of-life care. The company focuses on delivering personalized care to patients in the comfort of their own homes, providing skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and medical social services. Their hospice division offers compassionate palliative care for individuals with terminal illnesses, emphasizing pain management, symptom control, and emotional support for both patients and their families. As a home health care organization, Phoenix Home Care and Hospice enables patients to maintain their independence and quality of life while receiving necessary medical attention. The company operates with a patient-centered approach, coordinating care with physicians and healthcare teams to ensure continuity of treatment. Their services are particularly valuable for elderly patients, those recovering from surgery or illness, and individuals with chronic conditions who require ongoing medical supervision. By bringing healthcare services directly to patients' homes, Phoenix Home Care and Hospice reduces hospital readmissions and supports the healthcare system's shift toward value-based care models.