Direct Support Professional DSP Personal Supports S-S 9 am - 1pm

HOUSING ADVOCACY VOCATIONAL AND EMP•La Plata, MD

3d•$18 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

HAVE Support, Inc. is seeking dependable, compassionate, and experienced Direct Support Professionals to provide one-on-one Personal Supports to an adult with developmental disabilities in a private home. The role supports the individual in maintaining independence, participating in the community, and achieving personal goals through respectful, person-centered assistance. The participant's home has cats. Applicants must be comfortable working around cats and must not have allergies that would prevent them from safely performing their duties. The position offers consistent part-time scheduling opportunities, training and professional development, supportive supervision, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in someone's daily life.

Requirements

Ability to provide respectful, person-centered support.
Strong communication, patience, and problem-solving skills.
Dependable transportation and ability to report to scheduled shifts.
Ability to meet Maryland DDA training, background screening, and employment requirements.
Comfortable working in a private residence with cats and without allergies that would prevent safe performance of duties.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Experience providing in-home Personal Supports or similar direct care.
Experience assisting individuals with mobility limitations or wheelchair accessibility needs.
CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain it.

Responsibilities

Provide individualized, one-on-one assistance with daily living activities and personal care as needed.
Support independence with dressing, grooming, hygiene, meals, and household routines.
Assist with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and maintaining an organized living environment.
Plan and participate in meaningful daily activities based on the individual's interests and preferences.
Accompany the individual on community outings, recreational activities, shopping trips, and appointments.
Assist with mobility, accessibility, and safe transfers when required and appropriately trained.
Support communication, personal choices, and independence.
Provide transportation or accompany the individual using available accessible transportation, as authorized.
Follow the individual's Person-Centered Plan (PCP), support instructions, and safety procedures.
Complete accurate daily service documentation and report concerns promptly.
Communicate professionally with the participant, family, supervisor, and support team.
Maintain confidentiality, dignity, and professional boundaries.
Arrive on time, follow assigned schedules, and communicate promptly regarding absences or coverage needs.