Taneytown Residential DSP (30 hr/week)

THE ARC CARROLL COUNTY INC • Westminster, MD

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Arc Carroll County is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for its Community Living Department. The role supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in pursuing fulfilling lives, working as part of a team in a small residential home setting. The position is based in a residential home in Taneytown, Maryland.

The available schedule is Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.; Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.; and Saturday from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., totaling 30 hours per week. The rate is $20.07 per hour, with a $2.00 weekend differential.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license with no more than 2 current points on record.
• Intermediate computer and keyboarding skills, with the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Clean drug screen and criminal record.
• Complete CPR, First Aid, Certified Medication Technician, and other trainings mandated by the Developmental Disabilities Administration and The Arc.
• Ability to lift or manipulate at least 50 pounds frequently and lift, carry, and/or exert force in excess of 100 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to withstand prolonged standing and frequent bending, stooping, reaching, pulling, and pushing, including lifting a wheelchair and repositioning an individual.
• Ability to transfer an individual between a chair and vehicle or a bed and chair, position an individual on a sling or Royer lift, and secure an individual in a wheelchair in a van using tie-downs.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with life skills and household tasks, including meal planning and preparation, laundry, and light housework.
• Assist residents with personal care.
• Administer medications.
• Provide transportation as needed.
• Work as part of a team in a small residential home setting.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Voluntary accident and life insurance.
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan available to all employees immediately upon hire.
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick time.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs.
• Credit union membership.
• Participation in a Direct Support Professional Certification Program offering annual cash bonuses.

What This Job Offers

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