PT Weekday Direct Support Professional (DSP)- Harford/ Havre De Grace

PT/ Weekday- Direct Support Professional (DSP) Support Services

Harford County/ Havre De Grace

Rate of Pay $22/hr

We are seeking a Part-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 for a young man who would like to work on being active in his community and leaning about educational opportunities in his community. Assist with learning about available classes and career paths at the local community college or other resources. Assist with participating in activities like movies, going out to eat, and finding new things to try.

This position is:

15 hours /week

Tuesday, Wednesday, & Friday 12p-5p

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.)

• Other duties as assigned

Benefits include:

• 401 (K) Retirement Plan

• 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
• Requires use of personal cell phone for mobile documentation and time keeping
• Some lifting and transferring may be required