Direct Support Professional (DSP) Support Services/Baltimore County

FT/ Weekday Direct Support Professional (DSP) Support Services

Baltimore County

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.

This position is:

8 hours/ day

Monday- Friday

Hours are to be provided in the morning and evening based on individual’s schedule.

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