Behavior Respite Specialist — Empower Lives

Creative Options, Inc.; Rosedale (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Sick time for part-time employees

Job summary

Creative Options, Inc. in Rosedale, MD is hiring a Respite DSP to provide 24-hour, crisis prevention and intervention supports for individuals with developmental disabilities in a 2:1 staffing ratio. The organization emphasizes person-directed services, community involvement, and quality of life.

The role requires current CMT, First Aid, CPR, MANDT, and DDA trainings, plus a valid MD driver’s license. A degree in human services or substantial behavioral health experience is preferred, with

Qualifications

• Current CMT, First Aid, CPR, MANDT, and DDA trainings.
• 21 years of age or older.
• Valid MD driver's license with no more than 2 points.
• Behavioral tech and ABA training preferred but not required.
• Data driven and detailed oriented.
• Skilled in Behavior Support Plan (BSP) implementation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour, community-based crisis prevention and intervention services.
• Operate with a 2:1 staffing ratio to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Contribute to a service system focused on quality, person-directed supports and community integration.

Skills

CMT

First Aid

CPR

MANDT

DDA trainings

Education

Degree in Human Service field

Job description

Creative Options, Inc. in Rosedale, MD is hiring a Respite DSP to provide 24-hour, crisis prevention and intervention supports for individuals with developmental disabilities in a 2:1 staffing ratio. The organization emphasizes person-directed services, community involvement, and quality of life.

The role requires current CMT, First Aid, CPR, MANDT, and DDA trainings, plus a valid MD driver’s license. A degree in human services or substantial behavioral health experience is preferred, with