Direct Support Professional - P/T Weekends M

Catholic Charities of Baltimore; Maryland; On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off, holidays

403(b) retirement plan

Trauma-informed care culture

Job summary

Catholic Charities of Baltimore is seeking a Direct Support Professional to help adults with developmental disabilities live independently and with dignity. You will build trusting relationships and support daily activities, choice, and meaningful community participation.

This role requires weekend shifts (Saturday and Sunday, 9 AM–9 PM) and offers competitive hourly pay, with a focus on person-centered care and trauma-informed principles within our compassionate program.

Qualifications

• 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).

Responsibilities

• Support with daily routines such as bathing, dressing, and personal care in a way that promotes dignity, independence, and choice.
• Support people in preparing meals of their choice, encouraging healthy eating habits, and maintaining a clean and comfortable kitchen environment—while promoting independence and personal preferences.
• 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

Skills

Good communication

Dependable

Education

Medication Technician Training Program

Job description

PAY RANGE: $19.50 - $20.50 per hour (Depending on years of experience)

JOB SUMMARY:

Make a real difference by helping individuals with developmental disabilities live vibrant, meaningful, and independent lives on their own terms. As a Direct Support Professional,you’llbuild trusted relationships and provide personalized support that honors each person’s strengths, choices, and goals. Whetherit’scelebrating small wins, encouraging independence, or simply being present,you’llbe part of the moments that truly matter.

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:

Saturday and Sunday 9 AM - 9 PM

A Day in the Life:

You’llspend your daysassistingwith care to a group of people who enjoy:

• Taking car rides around the neighborhood
• Going to the movies
• Going to Walmart
• Attending concerts
• Going to church

This group is looking for someone who is kind, dependable, a good communicator, and most of all—someone who enjoys spending time with them. Ifyou’resomeone who takes joy in building real connections and being presentinthe moment,you’llthrive here.

How You’ll Support:

• Support with daily routines such as bathing, dressing, and personal care in a way that promotes dignity, independence, and choice.
• Support people in preparing meals of their choice, encouraging healthy eating habits, andmaintaininga clean and comfortable kitchen environment—while promoting independence and personal preferences.
• 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:

• Mustbe 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 andassistingpeople who use wheelchairs
• Able tolift upto 75 pounds, stand forlong periods, and provide physicalassistancewhen 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

Join Us!

Be part of a team that celebrates each person’s interests and strengths, and helps them live a full, connected life. At Catholic Charities of Baltimore,you’lldo more than provide care—you’llbecome a trusted companion, a cheerleader, and a part of the family.