Residential Program – Direct Support Professional (DSP) 30 hr/week

THE ARC CARROLL COUNTY INC • Westminster, MD

18d • Onsite

About The Position

The Arc Carroll County is hiring compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a small residential home setting. This role involves supporting individuals in a community living residential home, creating and implementing daily routines and activities, assisting with household tasks, providing personal care and medication administration, offering transportation, promoting independence, maintaining a safe environment, and completing required documentation.

Requirements

• 18+ years old
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with 2+ years driving experience
• Ability to pass background, drug, and driving record checks
• Computer and keyboarding skills
• Ability to complete required training courses, including CPR, First Aid, Med Tech Certification, and other DDA-mandated training
• Ability to lift and manipulate up to 50 lbs frequently and assist with transfers
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform frequent bending, stooping, reaching, pulling, and pushing
• Ability to assist with wheelchair handling, transfers, and securing individuals safely in vehicles

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in a community living residential home
• Create and implement innovative, engaging, and meaningful daily routines and activities
• Assist with meal planning, cooking, laundry, and light housekeeping
• Provide personal care, medication administration, and mobility support as needed
• Provide transportation and support community access
• Promote independence, choice, and self-advocacy
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive home environment
• Complete required documentation and follow agency and state guidelines

Benefits

• Paid Sick Time
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs
• Credit Union membership
• DSP certification program with potential bonuses of $1,000–$1,500 in your first year and annually thereafter

What This Job Offers

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