Direct Support Professional: Empower Lives & Build Community

Makom; North Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits for full-time

Training during orientation

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Makom is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our mission of helping individuals with IDD lead self-determined, meaningful lives across Maryland, Virginia, and surrounding communities. You will deliver person-centered support, build skills, engage people in everyday activities, and help them connect with their neighborhoods.

A high school diploma is required; experience in human services is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; further education in human services or related field is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications and general computer skills.
• Maintain professionalism and positive relationships with individuals, families, colleagues, and external partners.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds with assistance and kneel to provide hands-on support.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support based on each person’s unique skills, aspirations, and needs.
• Help individuals lead self-directed lives, fully engaging in their communities.
• Support skill-building and personal growth per PCP/ISP plans.
• Facilitate community engagement and build social networks for participants.
• Offer coaching for ADLs and IADLs tailored to each person’s needs.
• Ensure living and working environments are safe and compliant with care plans.

Skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Independent & collaborative work

Communication culture

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Human services education/related field (plus)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Makom is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our mission of helping individuals with IDD lead self-determined, meaningful lives across Maryland, Virginia, and surrounding communities. You will deliver person-centered support, build skills, engage people in everyday activities, and help them connect with their neighborhoods.

A high school diploma is required; experience in human services is a plus.