Direct Support Professional (Mon-Fri 8am-4pm)

Makom • Rockville, MD

19h • Onsite

About The Position

At Makom, we are dedicated to supporting and empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to achieve the quality of life they aspire to live. If you are a passionate professional and eager to make a meaningful difference in the IDD community, we want to meet you! For over 40 years, we have been leaders in delivering innovative services and support to individuals with IDD across Maryland and Virginia. Our team of over 450 professionals is united by a shared commitment to fostering a workplace culture that’s defined by our core values—Excellence, Inclusion, Integrity, and Self-determination. Those guiding principles frame our embrace of diversity, equity, and belonging. At Makom, you’ll become a key part of meeting our transformative mission while working in a community that values your individuality, expertise, and aspirations. The Role: We are seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our dynamic team. As a DSP, you will play a critical role in ensuring individuals with IDD lead self-determined, meaningful, and fulfilling lives as they engage their communities in pursuit of a quality of life to which they aspire.

Requirements

• High school diploma required; further education in human services or a related field is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Actively participate in cultivating and sustaining a ‘culture of communication’ in which sharing information with people we support, families and friends, and co-workers is an essential tool to our work individually and collectively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications and general computer skills.
• Maintain professionalism and positive relationships with individuals, families, colleagues, and external partners.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds with assistance and kneel to provide hands-on support.
• Flu Vaccine
• COVID-19 Vaccine
• Background Check and/or Fingerprinting/Check Registry Check in VA.
• Drug Screen
• Valid MD, VA, or DC driver’s license required.
• Health Exam/Certificate Completed with TB screening

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support based on each person’s unique skills, aspirations, and needs. Help individuals lead self-directed lives, fully engaging and in their communities.
• Empower individuals by supporting skill-building and personal growth in alignment with their Person-Centered Plans (PCP)/Individual Support Plans (ISP).
• Facilitate opportunities for individuals to experience community—to build social networks/social capital, to pursue joy and fun, to contemplate and pursue careers—all aimed at leading self-determined and self-directed lives. Participate in the communities in which they live, work, learn, pray, and play.
• Provide coaching and support for Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) tailored to everyone's needs.
• Ensure living and working environments are clean, safe, and meet the needs of individuals, including compliance with medical recommendations and care plans.
• Evolve your approach as individuals’ needs evolve, serving as a key member of their support team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time eligible employees, including health insurance, paid time off, and holiday pay.
• Professional development, paid training during orientation, career growth programs to help you succeed in your role.

What This Job Offers

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