Direct Support Professional (Weekend - Part - Time)

Community Options, Inc.; Maryland; Presencial; USD 20.000 - 29.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive Insurance Options

Paid Holidays including Birthday

Generous PTO

403(b) Retirement Plan

Career Growth Opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Community Options, Inc. is recruiting PRN Direct Support Professionals, Caregivers, and Home Health Aides in Frederick, MD to provide person-centered care for individuals with IDD. No experience required— paid training provided.

Starting pay is $18.00 per hour. Shifts cover Saturdays and Sundays in two blocks, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM and 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, community participation, transportation to appointments, and maintaining

Formación

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to establish supportive relationships with individuals receiving supports.
• Ability to stay calm and exercise good judgment in crisis situations.

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and personal hygiene.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns.
• Assist individuals in developing independent and community-based skills.
• Participate in community, social, and recreational activities with individuals.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community.
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community members, businesses, and families to build a support network.
• Additional tasks may be assigned and cooperation with staff during inspections.

Conocimientos

High school diploma

GED

Driver's license

Crisis management

Interpersonal skills

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

Description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states.

We are Now Hiring PRN Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Frederick, MD to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference! No experience required– we provide PAID training!

Starting pay is $18.00/per hour

Shift Times: Saturday & Sunday (9:00 AM - 3:00 PM) & Saturday & Sunday (3:00 PM - 11:00 PM)

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 the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 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 checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday!
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs.
• 403b Retirement Plan.
• Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities.
• Great coworkers/team that support you!
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction

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Community Options is an Equal Opportunity EmployerM/F/D/V

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