Direct Support Worker - Pathways Day Program

Sheppard Pratt Careers; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt in Frederick, MD is seeking a full-time Direct Care role for day shifts, on-site, to support individuals with developmental disabilities through the Pathways Day Program. The position emphasizes meaningful client engagement and active participation in community activities.

Daily duties include implementing individual care plans, coordinating with staff, and ensuring transportation to appointments, with pay at $18.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating client participation in therapeutic and social group activities by understanding each client’s motivation.
• Implementing individual client care plans and coordinating communication among staff working with assigned clients.
• Providing transportation and attending clients’ medical appointments.

Education

High School or better

Job description

Job Details

Posting Details

• Posted on September 3, 2026

Locations

Frederick, MD 21701, USA

• On-site
• Rate : $18.50 USD per hour
• Direct Care
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: DIREC012647

Description

Full-time Monday-Friday dayshift | In Person in Frederick, MD

Development and Intellectual Disabilities Services (DDA) at Sheppard Pratt offer programs devoted to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including supported living services. Our Supported Employment and Pathways Day Program team provides opportunities for clients to build community and social skills, as well as individual job placement and employment support.

Scheduling for this position will be flexible and based around client needs.

What to expect.

This is a direct care opportunity to facilitate client involvement in meaningful day program activities to support their overall mental health and wellbeing. With training and ongoing experience, you will exercise discretion and independent judgement with general supervision. Pay rate: $18.50/hr.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Facilitating client participation in therapeutic and social group activities by developing an understanding of what motivates them individually.
• Implementing individual client care plans to meet client needs and goals. This includes coordinating communication amongst staff working together with an assigned client.
• Providing transportation and attending clients’ medical appointments.

What you’ll get from us.

• A commitment to ongoing training and education, including a robust tuition reimbursement program.
• Comprehensive retirement, medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous paid-time-off and flexible scheduling.
• Complimentary employee assistance program.
• And more!

Pay for this position is $18.50/hr.

What we need from you.

• High school diploma or GED. Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Positively referenced relevant work, student, or volunteer experience.
• A driver’s license with 3-points or less and access to an insured vehicle.
• Must obtain and maintain a current DOT certification.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and be able to navigate stairs and a typical day program or home environment.

Sheppard Pratt’s mission-driven culture offers an environment where you can explore what motivates you both professionally and personally. Impact opportunities include hospitals, special education schools, residential programs, outpatient centers, and more. We offer continuing education, tuition reimbursement, and career development programs to facilitate your professional growth. Together, we can put your purpose to work.

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Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

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