Direct Support Professional (Everyother Weekend)

Catholic Charities of Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Holidays

Paid parental leave

403(b) Retirement Plan

Tuition Advancement

Trauma-informed care culture

Job summary

The Catholic Charities of Baltimore seeks a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a supportive home setting. The role emphasizes empathy, reliable communication, and building meaningful connections as you help participants engage in activities they love and pursue personal goals.

Expect a 20-hour workweek with every-other-weekend shifts from 9 AM to 9 PM; compensation ranges from $20 to $20.50 per hour, with benefits including

Qualifications

• Good communication and reliability are essential.
• Ability to drive agency vehicles and assist participants who use wheelchairs may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide full care and support with daily routines and activities.
• Promote independence and advocate for participants' rights.
• Maintain clear, respectful records for continuity of care.

Skills

Communication

Driving

Job description

PAY RANGE: $20 - $20.50 per hour (Depending on years of experience and certifications)

At Gallagher Services - a Catholic Charities program, we believe that every person deserves a life filled with meaning, independence, and relationships that matter. We are seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) who values people for who they are and is excited to walk alongside adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities as they engage in the activities they love and pursue their goals.

Work Schedule: The work schedule is 20 hours/week, every other weekend 9 AM - 9 PM.

A Day in the Life:

You’ll spend your days assisting with care to a group of people who enjoy:

• Hearing stories

• Going out to eat
• Attending community events

This group is looking for someone who is kind, dependable, a good communicator, and most of all—someone who enjoys spending time with them. If you’re someone who takes joy in building real connections and being present in the moment, you’ll thrive here.

How You’ll Support:

• This is a total care home. You will provide full support with daily routines such as total hygiene care, cooking, cleaning laundry housekeeping, transporting to and from day programs Drs. Appointments and medication administration etc.

• Help promote independence

• Be patient and respectful in action and speaking

• Advocate for each person’s rights and help build their confidence and sense of self

• Keep clear, respectful records to ensure continuity of care and support

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years old

• Valid driver’s license with at least 2 years of driving experience and no more than 3 points

• Comfortable driving agency vehicles and assisting people who use wheelchairs

• Able to lift up to 75 pounds, stand for long periods, and provide physical assistance when needed

• Completion of Medication Technician Training Program (or willingness to complete)

What We Offer:

• Health, dental, and vision coverage

• Paid time off, holidays, and paid parental leave

• Retirement plan with employer contributions (403b)

• A culture rooted in trauma-informed care, where every person is treated with dignity, compassion, and respect

We offer a wide range of benefits to meet the ever-changing needs of our employees including but not limited to:

• Health/Dental/Vision
• Vacation/sick/holiday pay
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with a discretionary employer contribution
• Tuition Advancement
• Paid Parental Leave

Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer