Direct Support Professional- Sat-Sun 11a-6p (Gaffney-SILVER SPRING)

Maryland Brand; Gaffney (SC); On-site; USD 27,896; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans starting at $6.90/month

Dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Paid training and tuition assistance

Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs

Clear pathways for growth and advancement

Job summary

A nonprofit organization is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Gaffney, SC to empower individuals with intellectual challenges. This part-time role offers compensation of $20.25/hour and includes responsibilities like assisting with personal care and following individualized care plans. Candidates need a high school diploma or GED, and previous experience in disability services is preferred. The job also provides benefits including medical coverage starting at $6.90/month and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in disability services preferred but not required.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support with kindness and respect.
• Assist with personal care including dressing and hygiene.
• Follow individualized care plans and document progress.
• Administer medications in accordance with policy.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Encourage community engagement.

Skills

Experience in disability services

Ability to lift, push, or pull 50+ lbs.

Valid U.S. driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Job Category: Residential

Requisition Number: DIREC009927

Posted: March 12, 2026

Part-Time

Locations

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Chimes Home, Silver Spring, MD 20904, USA

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

• Paid training and ongoing professional development
• Culture rooted in dignity, respect, and compassion

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

Qualifications

• 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$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

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