Direct Support Professional, Residential (Evening)M

Catholic Charities of Baltimore•Parkville, MD

1d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Catholic Charities of Baltimore is currently seeking a Direct Support Professional who will provide quality living support (physical, social, behavioral, career, and personal) to persons with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD) living and working in the community. The work schedule is: Monday - Friday 3pm to 11pm.

Requirements

Driving (Agency and/or personal vehicle) is required for this position.
Must be at least 21 years of age, with a minimum of 2 years of driving experience, and a valid driver’s license issued by the state of residence.
There can be no state issued restrictions on the licenses that would impede driver’s ability to operate the vehicle as required by the Agency, and there must not be more than three (3) points on their driving record.
Ability to drive multiple Agency vehicles following traffic rules and safety precautions. This includes, but is not limited to, safe driving, and the ability to secure people who use wheelchairs

Responsibilities

Provides hands-on assistance in the home including; individualized supports in transferring, bathing and grooming, and following specific dining protocols and treatments.
Assists with and teaches skills in laundry, meal preparation, and other household chores.
Assists doctors’ appointments, emergency room, and hospital visits, and contacts on-call nursing appropriately.
Administers medications according to policies and procedures of Medication technician Training Program/Certified Medication Technician (MTTP/CMT) curriculum, and applicant regulations.
Performs other duties as assigned.