Direct Support Specialist: Paid Training & Growth

Community Options, Inc.; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

403b retirement plan

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Bowie, MD is hiring Full-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, and Home Health Aides to provide person-centered care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. No experience required – PAID training provided.

Starting pay is $17.65 per hour. Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, and helping individuals participate in community activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 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.

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

Skills

Direct care

Interpersonal skills

Driving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. in Bowie, MD is hiring Full-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, and Home Health Aides to provide person-centered care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. No experience required – PAID training provided.

Starting pay is $17.65 per hour. Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, and helping individuals participate in community activities.