Direct Support Professional DSP Every Saturday-Sunday 8 AM 8PM

HOUSING ADVOCACY VOCATIONAL AND EMP; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

HAVE Support, Inc. is seeking a dependable Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their home and community in Gaithersburg, MD. This is a weekend, hands-on role focusing on promoting independence and meaningful activities.

Responsibilities include personal care, meal support, transportation, documentation, and collaboration with the support team to ensure health and safety per plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Background screening must be passed.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
• Willingness to complete CPR/First Aid and DDA training.
• Able to work the full weekend schedule consistently.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with personal care, meals, and daily living needs.
• Support participants with household chores and organization.
• Plan and participate in community outings and recreational activities.
• Transport participants to activities and appointments.
• Follow participant support plans and document progress accurately.
• Communicate concerns to supervisors and support team.

Skills

Communication

Dependability

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional DSP

Schedule: Every Saturday-Sunday, 8:00 AM-8:00 PM
Location: Gaithersburg, MD

About the Role

HAVE Support, Inc. is seeking a dependable and compassionate Direct Support Professional DSP to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their home and community.

This is an active, hands‑on weekend position. DSPs help participants complete daily routines, build independence, maintain their home, and participate in meaningful community activities and outings.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Assist with personal care, hygiene, meals, and daily living needs
• Support participants with household chores, including cleaning, laundry, organizing, and maintaining personal spaces
• Encourage participants to complete tasks as independently as possible
• Plan and participate in community outings and recreational activities
• Help participants choose activities based on their interests, goals, and preferences
• Transport and accompany participants to shopping, recreation, restaurants, community events, appointments, and other activities
• Encourage social interaction, community participation, skill‑building, and independence
• Follow PCPs, Behavior Support Plans, Nursing Care Plans, and other participant‑specific plans
• Administer medications as assigned and follow health and safety requirements
• Complete progress notes and other required documentation accurately and on time
• Monitor participant health, safety, behavior, and well‑being
• Communicate concerns and important updates to supervisors and the support team

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• DSP, caregiving, residential, behavioral health, or human‑services experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability and willingness to transport participants as assigned
• Ability to pass required background screening
• Dependable and able to work the full weekend schedule consistently
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable assisting with personal care and household responsibilities
• Willingness to complete required CPR/First Aid, medication, and DDA training
• Ability to follow participant support plans and complete required documentation
• Commitment to participant choice, dignity, independence, and person‑centered support

Schedule Requirement

This position requires consistent availability for:

Every Saturday and Sunday 8:00 AM-8:00 PM

Reliable attendance is essential because this position provides direct participant coverage.

About HAVE Support

HAVE Support, Inc. is a Maryland Developmental Disabilities Administration provider supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through residential, meaningful day, behavioral, nursing, personal support, respite, transportation, and other community‑based services.