Direct Support Professional - Flexible Per Diem & Impact

Aspire Living & Learning, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Aspire Living & Learning is seeking a Per Diem Direct Support Professional to provide direct support to individuals with developmental disabilities in Harford County, Maryland. The DSP will assist with daily activities, household tasks, meals, recreation, learning activities, and fitness, while representing their needs and supporting program planning.

Schedule is per diem, with a minimum of 16 hours per month. Rate of pay is $18.20 per hour.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with individuals with disabilities in a professional setting strongly preferred.
• Basic computer skills; Therap is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Empathy, enthusiasm and dedication to helping others.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Assist with daily activities, chores, meals, recreation, and learning activities.
• Support transportation to community activities; mileage reimbursement where applicable.

Skills

Experience with disabilities

Basic computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Empathy and enthusiasm

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Therap

Job description

Aspire Living & Learning is seeking a Per Diem Direct Support Professional to provide direct support to individuals with developmental disabilities in Harford County, Maryland. The DSP will assist with daily activities, household tasks, meals, recreation, learning activities, and fitness, while representing their needs and supporting program planning.

Schedule is per diem, with a minimum of 16 hours per month. Rate of pay is $18.20 per hour.