Caregiver (DSP)
Company: OPPO LLC
Location: Provo
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Direct Support Professional
Special Needs Caregiver Summary: This Direct Support Professional
(DSP) role is the heart of our company! As a DSP you could serve in
one of our communities or in-home programs. The individuals we
serve may need your help with tasks of daily living and to develop
social, physical and emotional skill sets. Specific individual care
plans are followed as we change lives together! Responsibilities:
Promotes a positive work environment where keeping services safe,
happy, and healthy for clients and employees alike is paramount.
Comprehensive supervision and engagement of all assigned client(s)
according to their individual care plan. Completes
personnel-required compliance documentation in a timely manner.
Completes required compliance training in a timely manner
(including Huddles, SOAR and CPR training) Completes all required
client care documentation. Is on time and ready to work for all
assigned shifts. Supports clients with activities of daily living
(ADL), bathrooms, hygiene, eating, etc. Provides clear and timely
communication to leadership Updates care team with changes in
clients level of care or needs. Maintains a positive disposition
with clients and co-workers. Maintains reliable transportation Able
to travel up to 50 miles for shifts as needed. Works respectfully
with the client care team. Performs other duties as assigned by the
supervisor. Minimum Qualifications: Experience caring for people
with disabilities Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of
sitting, standing, and walking. Ability to work in conditions with
cats/dogs/pets or submit a medical accommodation of a pet allergy.
Has the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, use mechanical lifts where
required and transfer individuals correctly Must be alert,
attentive and not easily distracted as we often work with
individuals or in large groups of clients with high energy, escape
threats, aggressive emotions, and challenging behavior Ability to
safely transport 1 - 4 clients throughout each scheduled shift.
Status: Nonexempt (hourly) Direct Reports: None Reports to: Team
Lead Discretionary Benefits PTO 4 all (including PT) Mileage
reimbursement program Medical, Vision, Dental, HSA, EAP About the
Company: OPPO provides person-centered, long-term, home, and
community-based solutions, including employment to people in
Colorado and Utah. We have a team of over 175 impactful people
empowered to create safe, happy, and healthy OPPOrtunities for our
residents, patients, clients, and team. Everyone has the right to
these OPPOrtunities, and we focus on ensuring it to those who would
otherwise be marginalized. M-F 8:00am to 5:00pm
Keywords: OPPO LLC, Orem , Caregiver (DSP), Healthcare , Provo, Utah
