Direct Support Professional - Parsons (Mon-Weds 9a-3p)

The Chimes, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental & vision insurance

Life & disability insurance

Paid time off

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Tickets at Work

Referral bonuses

Job summary

The Chimes, Inc. is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Baltimore to empower individuals with intellectual and behavioral challenges. You’ll provide hands-on support, follow care plans, document progress, and help clients live with dignity and independence.

This role offers paid training, ongoing professional development, and a comprehensive benefits package in a mission-driven nonprofit environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Disability services experience preferred (not required—we train!).
• Ability to lift, push, or pull 50 lbs.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with driving history requirements.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Lifting 50 lbs

Valid driver’s license

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' 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 $6.90/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.