FT Weekday- Direct Support Professional (DSP) Support Services/Pikesville

FT/ Weekday Direct Support Professional (DSP) Support Services

Baltimore County/Pikesville

Rate of Pay $22hr

We are seeking a Full-Time Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide hands-on care to an individual with intellectual and other developmental disabilities. Personal Support Services professionals assist individuals and families living in their personal home.

Staff will provide support a young woman. Interests include dogs, horses, UFC fights, comedy, Ravens football, music, X-box, casino, trivia, going out to eat, and having a good time. Looking to get out more and find fun things to do in the community.

This position is:

Monday- Friday 7a-9a and 3p-11p

The schedule is subject to flexibility due to the needs of the individuals supported.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assisting with participation and exploration of the community
• Cultivating and expanding independent living skills
• Provide assistance with personal hygiene, activities/ outings, social engagement, shopping, planning, cooking, and cleaning.
• Assisting with the development of meaningful and personal relationships

• Complete required documentation (e.g., incident reports, progress notes, behavior data, fire drills etc.)
• Some assistance with personal care needed

• Other duties as assigned

Benefits include:

• Health/ Vision/ Dental/ Life insurance plans
• 401 (K) Retirement Plan
• Sick and Vacation time
• Short and Long-term disability plans
• Paid Holidays

• Paid trainings, including CPR/First Aid and opportunities to obtain Med Tech Certification
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Support Services DSPs – mileage and activity reimbursements

 Qualifications:

• High school diploma or G.E.D required
• Current driver’s license (not provisional) with less than 3 points on driving record
• Must be able to transport people supported as needed in wheelchair accessible van
• Requires use of personal cell phone for mobile documentation and time keeping
• Some lifting and transferring may be required