Direct Support Professional - Stepping Stones

The Arc of Washington County • Hagerstown, MD

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional supports youth ages 8–21 with developmental disabilities in a variety of settings, helping them reach personal goals, develop skills, and receive support as needed. Support may include assistance in community settings, personal care and daily living, health and safety, social and fine motor skills, communication, job coaching and readiness, and other meaningful activities tied to individual outcomes and goals.

The role provides one-to-one support for daily living and behavioral needs, builds communication and social skills, promotes independence at home and in the community, follows individualized plans, documents progress, and supports positive and safe behavior strategies. The position is part-time and on-site, with work in community and one-to-one in-home settings in Hagerstown, Maryland. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., with flexibility for Saturdays as needed.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
• Hold a valid U.S. driver's license with at least two years of driving experience and a good driving record.
• Have at least one year of experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
• Have documented experience with behavioral management.
• Be able to lift 50 pounds and perform direct care tasks.
• Be able to attend new-hire training for two weeks plus three days, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Pass a background check, drug screen, and physical.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual ability in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for daily living and behavioral needs.
• Build communication and social skills.
• Promote independence at home and in the community.
• Follow individualized plans and document progress.
• Support positive and safe behavior strategies.
• Support youth with personal care, health and safety, fine motor skills, job coaching and readiness, and other activities that help them reach personal goals and outcomes.

Benefits

• Prorated paid time off and holidays.
• Health and supplemental insurance options.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• Casual dress code.
• Appreciation events and a mission-driven culture.
• DSP Certification Bonus Program: $1,500–$2,000 per certification level, up to $5,250 in the first year.

What This Job Offers

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