Direct Support Professional: Paid Training & Career Growth

Community Options, Inc.; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

PTO

401k Retirement plan

Insurance options

Career growth opportunities

Tuition reduction

Great coworkers

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is hiring full-time Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, and Home Health Aides in Bowie, MD to provide person-centered care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

No experience required—paid training provided. Starting pay is $17.65 per hour, with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join our team to support independence and community inclusion.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background checks and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns.
• Assist with learning and development of independent and community-based skills.
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments and activities.
• Complete program documentation and billable records accurately and timely.
• Build a support network with community members, businesses, and families.
• Other tasks as assigned and cooperate with inspectors.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is hiring full-time Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, and Home Health Aides in Bowie, MD to provide person-centered care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

No experience required—paid training provided. Starting pay is $17.65 per hour, with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join our team to support independence and community inclusion.