Direct Support Worker - Pathways Day Program

Sheppard-Pratt-; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Generous PTO

Flexible scheduling

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt in Frederick, MD, is seeking a full-time, on-site Direct Care role to support clients in day program activities and help implement individual care plans. You will assist with transportation and attending medical appointments, promoting client participation and wellbeing.

The role requires discretion and independent judgment under supervision, with training and opportunities for growth. Pay is $18.50/hour, with a comprehensive benefits package and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Valid driver's license with minimal points and access to insured vehicle.
• Must obtain and maintain current DOT certification.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and navigate stairs.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating client participation in therapeutic and social group activities by understanding what motivates them individually.
• Implementing individual client care plans to meet client needs and goals, coordinating communication among staff and clients.
• Providing transportation and attending clients’ medical appointments.

Education

High School or GED

Bachelor's degree in a related field

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

Driver's License Equal Opportunity Employer

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