Direct support professional (Dsp)

SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH C·Princeton, West Virginia

Unknown On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 14 days ago

About the role

The Direct Support Professional provides essential care to consumers to ensure their physical, social, and emotional needs are met. They work directly with individuals to promote independence, dignity, and personal growth within a supportive environment.

Direct support professional (Dsp)

Location

Mercer
County,
WV
Position
Type: Full-Time

Join the southern highlands community mental health center team!

Southern Highlands Community Mental Health Center is seeking a compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide quality care and support to individuals receiving services in Mercer County. This position plays a vital role in helping consumers achieve greater independence while ensuring their safety, well-being, and personal growth.

Position Summary

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides appropriate services to assist consumers by ensuring their physical, social, emotional, health, economic, safety, and training needs are met. DSPs work directly with individuals to encourage independence, promote dignity, and enhance quality of life in a supportive environment.

Education & qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.

Must be physically able to assist consumers and perform job-related duties.

Must be able to utilize approved verbal and physical interventions when necessary.

Reliable communication device preferred to maintain regular communication with supervisors.

Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and be physically capable of performing job-related duties. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required, along with the ability to utilize approved verbal and physical interventions.

high school
Teamwork
Communication
Organizational skills
Interpersonal skills
Patient care
Crisis intervention
Direct support
Physical assistance

Posting details

Employment type: Unknown
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Location: Princeton, West Virginia
Posted: Aug 27, 2026
Application: Employer website

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