Direct Support Professional-On Call (Day Program, Silver Spring)

National Children's Center • Silver Spring, MD

68d • $21

About The Position

National Children's Center, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that is one of the region's largest non-governmental providers of services for people with developmental disabilities, offering an array of services to adults in the Washington metropolitan area. Our mission is to provide a lifetime of opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The On-Call Direct Support Professional provides adults with IDD services and supports they need to live a fulfilling and meaningful life in the community. You will be responsible for the support, teaching, and supervision of all people residing in our Adult Day Program. You are a member of the person's circle of support, providing opportunities for people to grow and learn new skills and make connections to their community and realize their dreams. In addition, you are responsible for intervening and resolving crisis situations and providing emergency CPR and First Aid if required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• One (1) year experience working with individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities as a service provider or family member
• CPR & First Aid certification

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and protective support of assigned people throughout scheduled shift to ensure their well-being, growth, and development.
• Maintain ongoing knowledge and understanding of established levels of support and supervision requirements under the person's plan of care.
• Assist with the planning and implementation of daily activities to meet person-centered choices, and identified learning and educational needs.

Benefits

• New pay rate of $21.12 per hour
• Paid orientation for 1 week from 9am-5pm Monday-Friday

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: High school or GED