Job Description
Katapult Network is designed to help college graduates with zero to two years of professional experience find their next professional career opportunity. We focus on helping recent college graduates, with no experience, get access to full-time, entry-level opportunities with some of the Nation's top employers. Our clients include ground-breaking start-up companies and well-established billion-dollar organizations who want to find their next generation of talent.
The Job:
We are currently recruiting for a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to work the 3 PM to 11 PM shift. This is a field-based role that requires visiting client homes to provide individualized care and support services. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in human services, psychology, or a related field, and demonstrate empathy, dependability, and the ability to respond effectively to the needs of individuals with physical or developmental disabilities.
What You Will Be Doing As A Direct Support Professional:
- Provide person-centered care and support to individuals in their homes
- Assist clients with daily living tasks such as hygiene, medication reminders, meal preparation, and mobility
- Foster social engagement and encourage participation in community or recreational activities
- Promote independence while ensuring safety and well-being
- Monitor and document client behavior, needs, and progress using electronic health records
- Communicate effectively with families, care teams, and supervisory staff
- Respond to emergency situations and implement care plans as directed
- Maintain a respectful and supportive environment for all clients
- Drive to and from client homes to deliver scheduled care services during assigned shift
Our Ideal Direct Support Professional Has:
- Empathy and patience—approaches others with genuine care, concern, and a nonjudgmental attitude
- Strong interpersonal skills—builds rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds
- Problem-solving ability—responds to unexpected challenges calmly and thoughtfully
- Time management—manages responsibilities and multiple client schedules efficiently
- Flexibility—adapts to the evolving needs of individuals and families in home-based settings
Requirements To Be A Direct Support Professional:
- Bachelor's degree – preferably in psychology, social work, human services, or a related field
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Comfortable traveling locally to provide care in client homes
- Ability to work 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM shift, including some weekends or holidays as needed
- Previous experience providing direct care is a plus, but not required
Katapult Network is an equal opportunity employer and celebrates diversity in all of its forms. People of all identities and backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
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Other job titles include: Support Specialist, Direct Care Worker, Residential Aide, Caregiver, Life Skills Coach, Community Living Assistant, Behavioral Technician, Personal Care Assistant, Home Support Specialist, Developmental Aide, Human Services Technician, DSP
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance