About The Position
The Full-Time Weekend Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides hands-on care to women with intellectual and other developmental disabilities in Baltimore County/Breezewick. The role supports personal hygiene, community activities and outings, social engagement, shopping, planning, cooking, cleaning, and the development of independent living skills and meaningful personal relationships. The schedule is Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m.–11 p.m. The listed pay is $23 per hour, consisting of a $22 regular base rate plus a $1 weekend shift differential. The position is classified as non-exempt.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Current driver’s license that is not provisional, with fewer than 3 points on the driving record.
- Must be able to transport people supported as needed.
- Some lifting and transferring may be required.
Responsibilities
- Assist individuals with participating in and exploring the community.
- Cultivate and expand independent living skills.
- Provide assistance with personal hygiene, activities and outings, social engagement, shopping, planning, cooking, and cleaning.
- Assist with the development of meaningful and personal relationships.
- Complete required documentation, including incident reports, progress notes, behavior data, and fire drills.
- Administer and record medications pursuant to State and Agency requirements, when applicable.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health, vision, dental, and life insurance plans.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Sick and vacation time.
- Short- and long-term disability plans.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid training, including CPR/First Aid, and opportunities to obtain Med Tech Certification.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
