Direct Support Professional

National Children's Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

National Children’s Center in the Washington, DC area is hiring a part-time Direct Support Professional. You will supervise and support adults with IDD, helping with daily tasks, meal prep, planning activities, and community access.

Requirements include a HS Diploma or GED, at least 1 year of related experience, CPR & First Aid, and a preferred valid driver’s license. The organization emphasizes equal opportunity employment and community-based services.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED is required.
• One year experience with individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities.
• CPR & First Aid certification is required or preferred.
• Valid driver's license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and protective support during scheduled shifts.
• Support daily activities and person-centered goals.
• Assist with crisis intervention and safety planning.

Education

HS Diploma or GED

One year experience with individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities

CPR & First Aid

Valid driver's license preferred

Job description

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Direct Support Professional

Daniel's Run # 2227 Part Time Manual Labor Washington, DC, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2038

Help Make a Difference in Someone's Life

SCHEDULE: Sunday 12pm - 8pm Monday - Tuesday 3pm - 11pm (24 hours/week)

Pay rate $21.54 per hour

LOCATON - Adelphi, MD

National Children’s Center, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that is one of the region’s largest non-governmental providers of services for people with developmental disabilities, offering an array of services to adults in the Washington metropolitan area. Our mission is to provide a lifetime of opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Direct Support Professional provides adults with IDD the services and supports they need to live a fulfilling and meaningful life in the community. You will be responsible for the support, teaching and supervision of all people residing in your assigned location. You are a member of the person’s circle of support, providing opportunities for people to grow and learn new skills and make connections to their community and realize their dreams. Depending on the needs of each person, you will support people to do everyday tasks, including meal prep and planning, chores, shopping, using public transportation and much more. In addition, you are responsible for intervening and resolving crisis situations and providing emergency CPR and First Aid if required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide supervision and protective support of assigned people throughout scheduled shift to ensure their well-being, growth and development
• Maintain ongoing knowledge and understanding of established levels of support and supervision requirements under the person’s plan of care
• Assist with the planning and implementation of daily activities to meet person-centered choices, and identified learning and educational needs

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

• HS Diploma or GED
• One (1) year experience working with individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities as a service provider or family member
• Valid drivers license preferred
• CPR & First Aid

NCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.