DSP, Residential - P/T Morning Weekends (F)
About The Position
Catholic Charities of Baltimore is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Gallagher Services to provide quality living support to adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD) who live and work in the community. Support includes physical, social, behavioral, career, and personal needs, with an emphasis on person-centered planning and helping each individual live as independently as possible and pursue their own choices, goals, and interests. The DSP builds trusted relationships and provides personalized, respectful support. This includes encouraging independence, supporting daily tasks and money-management skills, advocating for individuals’ rights, and maintaining records that ensure continuity of care. The role involves assisting people who use wheelchairs and driving agency vehicles. The group enjoys activities such as karaoke, painting nails, coloring, dancing, and shopping. This part-time position is scheduled for 20 hours per week on Saturday and Sunday, 11 AM–9 PM.
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years old.
- Valid driver’s license and at least two years of driving experience, with no more than three points.
- Comfortable driving agency vehicles and assisting people who use wheelchairs.
- Able to lift up to 75 pounds, stand for long periods, and provide physical assistance when needed.
- Completion of a Medication Technician Training Program, or willingness to complete it.
- Kindness, dependability, good communication, and enjoyment of spending time with the people supported.
Responsibilities
- Provide physical, social, behavioral, career, and personal living support to adults with IDD.
- Offer verbal prompts and gentle reminders to help individuals focus on and initiate daily tasks while respecting their pace and preferences.
- Promote independence and support individuals in building confidence and skills to manage money and make informed purchasing decisions.
- Treat individuals patiently and respectfully.
- Advocate for each person’s rights and help build their confidence and sense of self.
- Keep clear, respectful records to support continuity of care.
- Assist people who use wheelchairs and drive agency vehicles.
- Support individuals in activities they enjoy and in pursuing their goals.
Benefits
- Health coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Retirement plan with employer contributions (403b)
- Trauma-informed care culture emphasizing dignity, compassion, and respect
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
