Community Integration Specialist - Driving Focus

Anchor Home; White Marsh (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Anchor Home in Maryland seeks a dependable Direct Support Professional / Activities Assistant to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role is highly mobile and community-based, with most time spent driving to activities and appointments.

You will help clients access recreation, education, employment, and volunteer opportunities while building relationships and promoting inclusion under the Delegating Nurse's Plan of Care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or College Degree.
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation.
• First Aid and CPR Certification required.
• Certified Medication Technician (CMT) license preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and passion for supporting people with IDD.
• Self-starter able to work independently in the field.
• Flexibility, patience, and commitment to community inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support with daily community integration and life skills activities.
• Drive individuals to community locations, appointments, and activities.
• Identify opportunities promoting social connection and inclusion.
• Develop relationships with local organizations to create inclusive experiences.
• Follow Plan of Care and provide feedback on client progress.
• Prioritize and respond to client needs with professionalism and empathy.
• Ensure client safety and maintain documentation of activities.
• Advocate for client inclusion in community life.

Skills

Driver’s license

First Aid CPR

Community outreach

Empathy

Education

High School Diploma or College Degree

Job description

Anchor Home in Maryland seeks a dependable Direct Support Professional / Activities Assistant to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role is highly mobile and community-based, with most time spent driving to activities and appointments.

You will help clients access recreation, education, employment, and volunteer opportunities while building relationships and promoting inclusion under the Delegating Nurse's Plan of Care.