Direct Support Professional DSP Personal Supports S-S 9 am - 1pm

HOUSING ADVOCACY VOCATIONAL AND EMP; La Plata (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Part-time scheduling

Supportive supervision

Job summary

HAVE Support, Inc. seeks dependable Direct Support Professionals to provide one-on-one Personal Supports in a private home for an adult with developmental disabilities.

Ideal candidates are patient, respectful, reliable, and committed to helping individuals maintain independence and participate in their communities. Applicants must be comfortable in a home with cats and meet Maryland DDA training and background screening requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred.
• Experience providing in-home Personal Supports or similar direct care preferred.
• Experience assisting individuals with mobility limitations or wheelchair accessibility needs is a plus.
• Ability to provide respectful, person-centered support.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one assistance with daily living activities and personal care.
• Support independence with dressing, grooming, hygiene, meals, and routines.
• Assist with light housekeeping, laundry, meal prep, and organized living space.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Reliability

Problem-solving

Job description

About the Position

HAVE Support, Inc. is seeking dependable, compassionate, and experienced Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide one-on-one Personal Supports to an adult with developmental disabilities in a private home.

The ideal candidate is patient, respectful, reliable, and committed to helping individuals maintain independence, participate in their communities, and achieve their personal goals.

Important: The participant's home has cats. Applicants must be comfortable working in a home with cats and should not have allergies that would prevent them from safely performing their duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, one-on-one assistance with daily living activities and personal care, as needed.
• Support independence with dressing, grooming, hygiene, meals, and household routines.
• Assist with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and maintaining an organized living environment.
• Plan and participate in meaningful daily activities based on the individual's interests and preferences.
• Accompany the individual on community outings, recreational activities, shopping trips, and appointments.
• Assist with mobility, accessibility, and safe transfers when required and appropriately trained.
• Support communication, personal choices, and independence.
• Provide transportation or accompany the individual using available accessible transportation, as authorized.
• Follow the individual's Person-Centered Plan (PCP), support instructions, and safety procedures.
• Complete accurate daily service documentation and report concerns promptly.
• Communicate professionally with the participant, family, supervisor, and support team.
• Maintain confidentiality, dignity, and professional boundaries.
• Arrive on time, follow assigned schedules, and communicate promptly regarding absences or coverage needs.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred.
• Experience providing in-home Personal Supports or similar direct care preferred.
• Experience assisting individuals with mobility limitations or wheelchair accessibility needs is a plus.
• Ability to provide respectful, person-centered support.
• Strong communication, patience, and problem-solving skills.
• Dependable transportation and ability to report to scheduled shifts.
• Ability to meet Maryland DDA training, background screening, and employment requirements.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Comfortable working in a private residence with cats.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly compensation based on qualifications and experience.
• Consistent part-time scheduling opportunities.
• Training and professional development.
• Supportive supervision and team communication.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in someone's daily life.

About HAVE Support

HAVE Support, Inc. provides person-centered services that empower people with disabilities to live independently, build meaningful relationships, and participate fully in their communities.

We believe every person deserves to have their voice heard, choices respected, and needs supported.

HAVE – Every Voice Heard. Every Need Supported.

We are looking for reliable DSPs who are ready to provide consistent, individualized support in a welcoming home environment.

HAVE Support, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.