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Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Day Program (30-hour / week position)

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Day Program (30-hour / week position)

The Arc Carroll CountyRocky Ridge, MD, United States
21 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Description :

Are you ready to embark on an exciting career journey where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities? Look no further; The Arc Carroll County may be for you!

We are looking for high-energy, creative, and dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our vibrant Day Program team. Our Day Program offers a wide range of engaging activities and enriching experiences that promote personal growth, skill development, and community integration.

Pay Rate : $19.68 per hour, in compliance with Maryland's Equal Pay for Equal Work law.

Work week is Monday - Friday, 30 hours per week , that vary between 8 AM - 5 PM.

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in our Day Program, you will support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their individual pursuit of a fulfilling life. DSPs provide person-centered support and training in job readiness skills, job exploration, social skills, health and wellness, self-care, self-advocacy, math, reading, safety, and community access skills. As an example, DSPs assist our individuals with :

  • Maximizing independence by teaching various life, vocational, social, and recreational skills.
  • Engaging individuals in meaningful activities throughout the day.
  • Providing personal assistance as necessary, including assistance with personal hygiene, lifting, and transferring.
  • Assisting with developing knowledge and access of community resources.
  • Transportation to various locations within the community.
  • Support with the job exploration / job development process.

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP) BENEFITS :

  • Paid Sick Leave.
  • 403(b) participation immediately upon hire.
  • Credit Union Membership.
  • Employee Assistance and Wellness programs.
  • Working with fabulous individuals!
  • The option to Participate in a nationally recognized DSP Certification Program which offers annual cash bonuses.

    • Requirements :

    POSITION REQUIREMENTS :

  • Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.
  • Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
  • Must have a valid U.S. driver's license with a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience not including time spent on a permit.
  • Must have a clean drug screen, criminal record and a clean / safe driving record. (The Arc provides programs, services, and direct care to vulnerable adults).
  • Basic computer and keyboarding skills.
  • The ability to complete CPR, First Aid, Med Tech Certification and other trainings mandated by the Developmental Disabilities Administration and The Arc.

    • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

  • Ability to lift / manipulate at least 50 pounds frequently with ability to lift, carry and / or exert force in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally.
  • Ability to withstand prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending, stooping, reaching, pulling, and pushing required : Including lifting a wheelchair and repositioning an individual.
  • Ability to transfer individual from a chair to vehicle, bed to chair. Ability to position individual on a sling or Hoyer lift. Ability to physically secure individual in a wheelchair to the van with tie-downs.

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