Direct Support Professional-PS (Gaithersburg)

The Arc Montgomery County; Derwood (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

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Job summary

The Arc Montgomery County in Derwood, MD is seeking a Direct Support Professional (Part Time) to provide support to individuals living in their own homes. The role emphasizes independence, life skills, and community inclusion.

Eligible candidates start with a high school diploma or GED, a valid US driver's license, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Weekly hours follow the 3:00 pm–10:00 pm schedule, with weekends off.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency (or 18+ with one year experience).
• Valid US driver’s license is required.
• Must pass 6th grade math and reading test in English.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and supervision to people living in their own homes/apartments.
• Help maximize life skills and promote community inclusion.
• Support ranges from drop-in to hands-on as needed per individual plan.

Skills

Valid US driver's license

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer skills

English reading/writing

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Stamina: standing/walking

Reading English language

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalency

Job description

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Direct Support Professional-PS (Montgomery Village)

Full Time Derwood, MD, US

Salary Range: $20.56 To $21.60 Hourly

Schedule

• Monday: 3:00 pm - 10 pm
• Tuesday: 3:00 pm - 10 pm
• Wednesday: 3:00 pm - 10 pm
• Thursday: 3:00 pm - 10 pm
• Friday: 3:00 pm - 10 pm
• Saturday:OFF
• Sunday: OFF

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The Arc Montgomery County's Inclusive Living Services - Personal Supports has a vacancy for a Part Time Direct Support Professional who will be responsible for providing support, guidance, and supervision to the people being supported who are living in their own homes/apartments. Typical support is provided to the people we support based on their service funding plan and individual plan.

Depending on each individual's needs, maximizing life skills while promoting community inclusion may require different levels of support. Customized personal support makes it possible for adults with disabilities to live independently or to remain in their family home.

The intensity of services provided range from drop-in support of a few hours to hands-on supervision for several hours each week.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency, or at least 18 years of age with one year of experience.
• Valid US driver's license.
• Must pass a 6th grade math and reading test in English as required by the Maryland Board of Nurses.
• Effective verbal & written communication and computer skills
• Ability to read and write fluently in English and have good understanding of the English language
• Ability to assist people with activities of daily living, including personal care
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds with assistance
• Ability to withstand prolonged of standing or walking and frequent bending, stooping, reaching, pulling and pushing

EOE M/F/Vet/Disabled