Direct Support Professional- Community Living

Providence of maryland, inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 23,014 - 32,778; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

Providence of Maryland, Inc. is expanding and seeking Community Living Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals in leading independent lives within their homes and community. This role is crucial for those needing help with daily activities, fostering personal growth and decision-making support.

The position offers both full-time and part-time schedules with flexible hours including mornings, afternoons, and weekends. Benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage, and 401k with company matching.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Has a full valid driver’s license; provisional license or learner’s permit not accepted.
• Able/willing to transport people in personal and/or company vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development and implementation of Individual Plans.
• Assist people with physical and personal management needs.
• Explore vocational interests and assist in job preparation.

Skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Description

This is a wonderful time to join Providence as we expand to support people within the Charles County area! As a Community Living Direct Support Professional, you will help to enable people to live, work, and enjoy life as independently as possible in their homes and community. You will assist people with daily-life activities, encouraging assertiveness, and supporting decision‑making. Be a Direct Support Professional and share your passions and talents while providing person‑centered support to another person!

Our Values

• Person-first - Every step is driven by the person and unique to the person.
• Community - Is meant for every person.
• Relationships - Real connections, real experiences, real expectations.
• Accountability - Doing the right things for the right reasons; every day.

Pay scale

Direct Support Professional Pay scale: $20.25 per hour

Job Type

Full‑time & Part‑time positions

Shift Type

Mornings, Afternoons, Weekends

Available Schedules

• Monday‑Friday 3pm‑9pm
• Monday & Tuesday 3pm‑9pm and Every Other Weekend: Friday 3pm‑9pm, Saturday & Sunday 8am‑9pm
• Wednesday & Thursday 3pm‑9pm and Every Other Weekend: Friday 3pm‑9pm, Saturday & Sunday 8am‑9pm
• Monday & Friday 9am‑3pm
• Every Other Weekend: Saturday & Sunday 8:30am‑6:30pm

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Has a full valid driver’s license. Provisional license or learner’s permit not accepted.
• Is able/willing to transport people in personal and/or company vehicle
• Has a High school diploma/GED
• Has Computer skills

Responsibilities as a Direct Support Professional

• Participate in the development and implementation of Individual Plan (IP), personal plan or an alternative framework or individual teaching plan.
• Assist people supported to meet physical (e.g., health, grooming, toileting, eating) and personal management needs (e.g., human development, home care etc.), by teaching skills, providing supports, and building on individual strengths and capabilities that will lead to increased independence.
• Contribute as a part of a Providence team, building companionship and community, facilitating supports, developing activities that have value to the person.
• Explore vocational interests and aptitudes, assist in preparing for job or school entry, and review opportunities for continued career growth.
• Educate people receiving supports, co‑workers and community members about issues by providing information and support.

Benefits

• Medical (company contribution 65%-95% toward cost of coverage; plans starting as low as $18 monthly!)
• Dental (company contribution 40%-43% toward cost of plans)
• Vision (company contribution 32% toward cost of all plans)
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Term life insurance and AD&D up to 10k (company paid)
• Optional Life and AD&D plans
• 401k (5% company match)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Career Paths
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Inclement Weather Pay
• Pet Discounts/Insurance

A full Direct Support Professional job description is available upon request.