Direct Support Professional- Mon-Fri 7a-3p (SILVER SPRING)

The Chimes, Inc.; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Employee referrals

Job summary

Chimes, Inc. is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Maryland to empower individuals with intellectual and behavioral challenges to live with dignity and independence.

You will provide hands-on support, follow care plans, document progress, and promote a safe, welcoming environment. The position offers paid training, ongoing professional development, and a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Experience in disability services preferred but not required—we train.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Valid U.S. driver's license with acceptable driving history.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support with kindness and respect.
• Assist with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Follow care plans and document progress accurately.
• Administer medications per policy.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment.
• Support community engagement and program participation.
• Occasional travel between residential and day programs.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Dependability

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - $20.25/hour

Make a Difference. Build a Career. Change Lives.

Join Chimes, a mission-driven nonprofit where compassion meets purpose. As a Direct Support Professional, you'll empower individuals with intellectual and behavioral challenges to live with dignity, independence, and confidence-while growing in a supportive, team-focused environment.

Why Chimes

• Meaningful, purpose-driven work
• Paid training and ongoing professional development
• Culture rooted in dignity, respect, and compassion

What You'll Do

• Provide hands-on support with kindness and respect
• Assist with personal care including: dressing, toileting, hygiene, feeding, bathing and other daily living skills
• Follow individualized care plans and document progress
• Administer medications in accordance with policy
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment
• Use approved behavior support techniques
• Encourage community engagement and participation
• Some DSP roles will require travel and support from Residential to Day programs

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in disability services preferred (not required-we train!)
• Ability to lift, push, or pull 50 lbs.
• Valid U.S. driver's license - Meet one of the following driving record requirements? At least 3 years of unsuspended driving history with no more than 3 points, or At least 2 years of unsuspended driving history with a clean driving record

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Medical plans starting at $13.80/month (Day 1 coverage)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid training and tuition assistance
• Tickets at Work
• Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs
• Clear pathways for growth and advancement

Join a team where your work truly matters-every single day.

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