Residential Program DSP in Taneytown, MD (Part Time)

ARC OF CARROLL COUNTY INC; Headquarters; On-site; CAD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Time

403(b) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Programs

Wellness Programs

Credit Union membership

DSP certification program bonuses

Job summary

ARC of Carroll County Inc. in Taneytown, MD is hiring compassionate Direct Support Professionals to support adults with developmental disabilities in a small residential home. The role offers $19.68/hour base with a $2.00 weekend differential and diverse shifts including overnights.

No experience required; paid training provided, with DSP certification program and potential bonuses in the first year. Benefits include Paid Sick Time, a 403(b) retirement plan, wellness programs, credit union

Qualifications

• Ability to follow training and instruction.
• Ability to perform required duties in a residential setting.
• Good judgment and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in a community living residential home
• Create and implement 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 home environment
• Complete required documentation and follow guidelines

Skills

Communication skills

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Taneytown, MD

$20.07/hour + $2.00 weekend differential

Are you looking to make a real difference? 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.

Available Shifts:

Monday-Tuesday Awake Overnight Shift: 10p-8a

Tuesday-Wednesday Awake Overnight Shift 10p-8a

Saturday- 3p-10p

What You’ll Do:

• 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

Pay & Benefits:

• $19.68/hour + $2.00 weekend differential
• Paid Sick Time
• 403(b) retirement plan (eligible upon hire)
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs
• Credit Union membership
• No experience required – paid training provided!
• DSP certification program with potential bonuses of $1,000–$1,500 in your first year and annually thereafter

Requirements

• 18+ years old
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid U.S. driver’s license that has not been suspended or revoked
• 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