Taneytown & Westminster Residential DSP (30+ hr/week) Awake Overnight and Evening Hours

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 as part of a team in a small residential home setting. The available schedule includes awake overnight and evening hours, with shifts in Taneytown and Westminster. The listed residential home is in Taneytown, Maryland. 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 two 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, or exert more than 100 pounds of force occasionally.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods and frequently bend, stoop, reach, pull, and push, 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 with 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 leave.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs.
• Credit union membership.
• Direct Support Professional Certification Program with annual cash bonuses.

What This Job Offers

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