Taneytown Residential DSP (40 hr/week)

ARC OF CARROLL COUNTY INC; Headquarters; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Disability insurance

Life insurance

403(b) plan

Paid time off

EAP & Wellness

Credit union

DSP Certification bonuses

Job summary

ARC of Carroll County Inc in Taneytown, MD is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting. As part of a small team you will help residents with daily living skills, meal planning, laundry, and light housekeeping.

You will also assist with personal care, administer medications as needed, and provide transportation. The role offers a full benefits package and opportunities for DSP certification and career

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license with no more than 2 points.
• Intermediate computer and keyboarding skills; ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Clean drug screen and no criminal record.
• CPR, First Aid, Certified Medication Technician trainings and other required trainings.

Responsibilities

• Support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a small residential home setting as part of a team.
• Assist with life skills and household tasks such as meal planning and preparation, laundry, and light housework.
• Support with personal care, administer medications, and provide transportation as needed.

Skills

Computer literacy

Keyboarding skills

Willingness to learn new systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR, First Aid, Certified Medication Technician trainings

Job description

Description

Are you looking for an opportunity to truly make a difference in the lives of others? If so, we would like to talk with you!

The mission of The Arc Carroll County is to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their individual pursuit of a fulfilling life. We are seeking people who have integrity, respect, and a passion to help others.

We are thrilled to announce a rewarding position as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in our Community Living Department. Our Community Living Department focuses on creating inclusive and supportive residential environments where individuals can thrive and achieve their highest potential.

DSP RATE : $20.07/hr with a $2.00 differential for weekends

Available Schedule:

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30-3:00
• Thursday 8:30-4:00

*Opportunity to move to 40 hours per week by adding a weekend shift in Taneytown, MD.

What does a DSP in Community Living do? You will support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their individual pursuit of a fulfilling life by working as part of a team in a small residential home setting. You will support residents with life skills and household tasks such as meal planning and preparation, laundry, and light housework; as well as assist with personal care, administer medications, and provide transportation as needed.

Where you would work: A lovely residential home in Taneytown, MD

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP) BENEFITS:

• Full benefit package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus voluntary benefits such as Accident insurance and Life insurance.
• Company paid Short-term disability and life insurance.
• 403(b) Retirement plan available to all employees immediately upon hire.
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick).
• Employee Assistance and Wellness programs.
• Credit Union Membership.
• Working with fabulous individuals!
• Participation Direct Support Professional (DSP) Certification Program which offers annual cash bonuses.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license with no more than 2 current points on record.
• Intermediate computer and keyboarding skills; ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Clean drug screen and criminal record (The Arc provides programs, services, and direct care to vulnerable adults).
• Completion of CPR, First Aid, Certified Medication Technician, and other trainings mandated by the Developmental Disabilities Administration and The Arc.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS (DSPs):

• Ability to lift/manipulate at least 50 pounds frequently with ability to lift, carry and/or exert force in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally.
• Ability to withstand prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending, stooping, reaching, pulling, and pushing required: Including lifting a wheelchair and repositioning an individual.
• Ability to transfer individual from a chair to vehicle, bed to chair. Ability to position individual on a sling or Royer lift. Ability to physically secure individual in a wheelchair to the van with tie-downs.