Community Support Specialist-Day Services ( CDS Overhire)

Richcroft, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement

Sick and Vacation time

Disability plans

Paid Holidays

Mileage and activity reimbursements

Job summary

Richcroft, Inc. seeks a Part‑Time Direct Support Professional for Day Services (CDS Overhire) in the Baltimore County area of Maryland.

The role requires transporting individuals to community programs and returning them home at the end of each day, with shifts Thursdays and Fridays from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. You will support individuals in social, fitness, arts, and recreation activities, focusing on engagement, community integration, and personal development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Some college coursework in therapeutic recreation, human services, or related field preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification required or obtainable.
• CMT certification required or obtainable.

Responsibilities

• Provide coverage to groups in Howard and Baltimore Counties when primary staff are unavailable.
• Serve as second staff in assigned groups in Baltimore, Howard, or Harford Counties when coverage is not needed.
• Assist and supervise 2–5 individuals daily in community activities.
• Ensure timely and accurate record keeping for activities, goals, and reports.
• Maintain compliance with COMAR, DDA, and Richcroft regulations.

Skills

Communication

English

Driver's license

Tech proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some college coursework in Therapeutic Recreation or related field

CPR and First Aid certification

CMT certification

Tools

MS Office

iCare Manager (iCM)

Job description

Community Support Specialist – Day Services (CDS Overhire)

Baltimore County, MD, USA

Rate of Pay $22/hr

FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt

Position Type: Part‑Time Direct Support Professional (DSP)

We are seeking a Part‑Time Direct Support Professional (DSP) within our Day Services Department to provide Community Development Services (CDS) and/or Day Habilitation Services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the community. Under the supervision of the Director of Day Services, this person will implement and supervise daily community engagement and integration activities tailored to the individual’s interests and needs. These activities include, but are not limited to, social programs, fitness programs, arts, sports, festivals, volunteer opportunities, and more. They will support building positive community connections, socialization, lifelong learning, healthy recreation and leisure choices, and personal development. This is a community‑based position that will require staff to report to the home of the person supported, transport them throughout the day to community programs, and return them to home at the end of the program day.

Schedule

• Thursdays & Fridays 8:30 am‑4:30 pm

Primary Job Functions

• Will provide coverage to groups in Howard and Baltimore Counties as the main staff when the primary staff are unable to work.
• When coverage is not needed, the person in this position will serve as a second staff in an assigned group in Baltimore, Howard, or Harford Counties.
• Assists and supervises 2‑5 individuals daily within community‑based activities to be successful, integrated, and engaged in their communities.
• Ensures record keeping of activities, notes, goals, and other reports are submitted timely and accurately as required.
• Ensures compliance with COMAR, Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA), and Richcroft regulations.
• Maintains regular communication with Supervisor regarding program enhancement opportunities and any concerns regarding operations.
• Models appropriate behavior, monitors and redirects individuals’ behavior including de‑escalating anger and frustration, assisting in conflict resolution, and keeping the individual focused on activities or volunteer duties.
• Maintains regular communication with the department, through written progress notes, meetings, and other agency communication streams.
• Follows instructions and abides by Agency policies and procedures.
• Assumes other duties, responsibilities, and special projects as needed.

Secondary Job Functions

• Attends and participates in in‑service training, staff meetings and other activities to facilitate professional development skills.
• Possesses exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to use technology for specified job duties (Email, Text Messaging, Timekeeping, etc.).
• Familiarity with iCare Manager (iCM), a plus.
• In‑depth working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.) and other technology.

Education, Experience, and Other Qualifications

• Possession of a High School Diploma or GED.
• Some college coursework in Therapeutic Recreation, Special Education, Human Services, Psychology, or related field preferred.
• Experience working with adults with intellectual disabilities preferred.
• Background in Recreation and Leisure skill development preferred.
• Must be at least 20 years of age or older.
• Possess a full valid driver’s license (not a Provisional DL).
• Have at least 2 years driving experience; must have a clean driving record (no more than 3 points).
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle for daily use with current automobile insurance.
• Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must successfully complete MANDT training.
• Must be able to obtain CMT certification.
• Must be fully vaccinated or be subject to weekly testing.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Works in the community, both indoor and outdoor settings.
• Ability to work with individuals with a variety of disabilities, including the potential to be exposed to aggressive, unpredictable behavior.
• Ability to sit, stand, reach, walk, run, push, carry, manipulate objects or controls, kneel, stoop, or crawl for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to assist and transfer an adult in/out of a wheelchair; at times may need to assist with personal care needs when necessary.
• The position may require the occasional lifting of objects weighing up to 50 pounds or more at a time.

Benefits

• Retirement
• Sick and Vacation time
• Short and Long‑term disability plans
• Paid Holidays
• Support Services DSPs – mileage and activity reimbursements!