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

Richcroft, Inc.

9d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Part Time Personal Supports (DSP) to provide hands-on care to individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities providing assistance with personal hygiene, activities/ outings, social engagement, shopping, planning, cooking, and cleaning. Support a man in the Dundalk area with building independence and community by working on skills and participating in activities in my community. Assist with finding new activities of interest and planning a weekly schedule of activities. Staff should be patient, respectful, trustworthy, and able to encourage and participate in living a fun and fulfilling life. DSPs assist with creating opportunities for individuals to live full and productive lives by: Assisting with participation and exploration of the community, Cultivating and expanding independent living skills, Assisting with the development of meaningful and personal relationships, Implementing strategies to achieve individuals’ personal goals.

Requirements

• Must be at least 20 years of age.
• Must have 2 years of Driving experience.
• Current driver’s license (not provisional) with less than 3 points on driving record.
• Must be able to transport people supported as needed.
• Some lifting and transferring may be required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or G.E.D preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on care to individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities.
• Assist with personal hygiene, activities/ outings, social engagement, shopping, planning, cooking, and cleaning.
• Support individuals in building independence and community participation.
• Assist with finding new activities of interest and planning weekly schedules.
• Encourage and participate in living a fun and fulfilling life.
• Assist with participation and exploration of the community.
• Cultivate and expand independent living skills.
• Assist with the development of meaningful and personal relationships.
• Implement strategies to achieve individuals’ personal goals.

Benefits

• 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)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED