Direct Support Professional (DSP) Support Services- Baltimore County

Richcroft, Inc.

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide one-on-one support to an individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities. Personal Support Services professionals assist individuals and families living in their personal home. Individual programs are designed around the needs and desires of each participant and implemented with attention and care. Whether living alone or with family members, individually tailored services are the best way to support people on their own terms. Services provided are personalized and directed by the individual receiving supports and may include but are not limited to: assistance with personal hygiene, activities/outings, social engagement, and shopping. DSP’s 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 development of meaningful and personal relationships • Implementing strategies to achieve individuals’ personal goals Support needed for a young woman in the Pikesville area. Assist with following a daily routine and trying new activities. Work on skills at home including preparing small meals, baking, puzzles, crafts, dancing, walking, and other activities. Loves jewelry and "girly things" including doing her hair and picking out accessories for the day. Work up to trying activities in the community as desired. Ability to develop and follow a daily structure and routine preferred; energetic and active. This position requires the use of personal vehicle to provide transportation within the community. This position requires the use of personal cell phone for mobile punching and documentation. Candidates must be fully vaccinated or undergo weekly testing for COVID-19 to ensure compliance with enhanced health and safety protocols and to keep yourself and others safe and free from illness.

Requirements

High school degree/GED
Current driver’s license with less than three points on their driving record
Must be fully vaccinated or undergo weekly testing for COVID-19

Nice To Haves

Ability to develop and follow a daily structure and routine preferred
Energetic and active

Responsibilities

Assisting with participation and exploration of the community
Cultivating and expanding independent living skills
Assisting with development of meaningful and personal relationships
Implementing strategies to achieve individuals’ personal goals
Assist with following a daily routine and trying new activities
Work on skills at home including preparing small meals, baking, puzzles, crafts, dancing, walking, and other activities
Assist with personal hygiene
Assist with activities/outings
Assist with social engagement
Assist with shopping