Direct Support Specialist — Paid Training & Growth

Community Options, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Options

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Career Growth Opportunities

Great coworkers/team

University partnerships with tuition

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Frederick, MD is seeking PRN Direct Support Professionals to provide person-centered care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. No experience required– paid training provided. Starting pay is $18.00 per hour.

Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, community activities, transportation, and maintaining documentation. Checks and licenses must be maintained; benefits and growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license with 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.

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 report concerns.
• Assist with 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.
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in inspections.

Skills

Driver's license

Relationship building

Good judgment

Background checks

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. in Frederick, MD is seeking PRN Direct Support Professionals to provide person-centered care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. No experience required– paid training provided. Starting pay is $18.00 per hour.

Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, community activities, transportation, and maintaining documentation. Checks and licenses must be maintained; benefits and growth opportunities are available.