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Maxim Healthcare·Charlotte, NC

DSP - First Shift

iPosting details
RequirementsCPR/FA
EducationHS diploma/GED
SourceMaxim Healthcare · posted Sep 24, 2026
✓Requirements
Certifications
✓CPR/FA
Education
✓High school diploma or GED required
Qualifications
✓NCI Training
✓TB screening
✓Active driver’s license
✓Excellent communication skills
✓Proficiency in the English language required
✓Technological proficiency including mobile devices for documentation
✓Must be at least 18 years of age
Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities is a plus. preferred
+Benefits
✓Medical, dental and vision
✓401(k)
✓Paid time off
✓Life and disability insurance
✓Wellness and mental health resources
✓Employee discounts
+Maxim Healthcare
CharlotteNC
✓You’ll need
Certifications
✓CPR/FA
Education
✓High school diploma or GED required
Qualifications
✓NCI Training
✓TB screening
✓Active driver’s license
✓Excellent communication skills
✓Proficiency in the English language required
✓Technological proficiency including mobile devices for documentation
✓Must be at least 18 years of age
Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities is a plus. preferred
+Benefits
Medical, dental and vision401(k)Paid time offLife and disability insurance
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About the role

This role requires driving and accompanying patients throughout the community to help them achieve their short-term and long-term personal goals. DSPs serve as mentors, advocates, and life coaches by fostering independence, teaching life skills, promoting community engagement, and supporting meaningful participation in social, recreational, educational, and vocational activities.

What you’ll do
Assist individuals with dailyAssist individuals with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal prep, and household chores
May transport clients toMay transport clients to and from community activities
Support individual in achievingSupport individual in achieving their developmental goals and fostering independence
Encourage community participation andEncourage community participation and accompany individuals on outings and social activities
Responsible for documenting observationsResponsible for documenting observations and progress on specific goals and ensuring a safe environment for client