Direct Support Professional DSP Monday-Friday 230 PM-1000 PM

HOUSING ADVOCACY VOCATIONAL AND EMP; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

HAVE Support, Inc. is seeking a dependable Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Gaithersburg, MD.

The role runs Monday–Friday, 2:30 PM–10:00 PM, involving hands-on support in home and community settings. You will assist with daily routines, personal care, household tasks, and meaningful community activities, while following individual plans and documenting progress.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience as a DSP or in caregiving preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to pass background screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with personal care, hygiene, meals, and daily living needs.
• Support participants with daily household chores and maintain a safe home environment.
• Plan and participate in daily community outings and activities.
• Transport participants to community activities, appointments, and other outings.
• Follow individualized support plans and document services accurately.

Skills

Direct support

Patient care

Documentation

Transportation

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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 Gaithersburg, MD.

This position is scheduled Monday–Friday, 2:30 PM–10:00 PM and includes hands‑on support in the home and community.

The DSP will help participants build independence, complete daily routines, participate in household responsibilities, and engage in meaningful community activities.

Responsibilities

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

Community Activities

Community participation is an important part of this position.

DSPs are expected to help participants engage in meaningful activities such as:

• Parks and recreation
• Libraries
• Shopping
• Restaurants and cafés
• Museums and community events
• Fitness and recreational activities
• Volunteer opportunities
• Social activities
• Participant-preferred outings

DSPs should actively help plan outings, prepare participants for activities, provide transportation when assigned, and support safe participation in the community.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Prior DSP, caregiving, residential, behavioral health, or human-services experience preferred
• Valid driver's license
• Reliable transportation
• Ability and willingness to transport participants as assigned
• Ability to pass required background screening
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Dependable and able to maintain a consistent work schedule
• Comfortable supporting participants with personal care and household responsibilities
• Willingness to complete required CPR/First Aid, medication, and DDA-related training
• Ability to follow written support plans and document services accurately
• Commitment to person-centered support, participant choice, dignity, and independence

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 2:30 PM–10:00 PM

Regular attendance and reliability are essential for this position.

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.

Our goal is to help every participant live a more independent, connected, and meaningful life.