Direct Support Worker, Residential

Sheppard Pratt; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental and vision benefits

403b retirement match

Generous paid time off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt's Development and Intellectual Disabilities Services (DDA) seeks a direct care professional for the Odyssey Residential Program in Frederick, MD. You will help residents engage in daily activities, support mental health and wellbeing, and exercise judgment under supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED (Bachelor’s degree preferred), and a valid driver’s license with minimal points. Schedule includes Sundays 9a-5p and Mon/Tue 3p-11p shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Active, non-provisional driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate client participation in therapeutic and social group activities by understanding what motivates each individual.
• Implement individual client care plans to meet client needs and goals.
• Provide transportation and attend clients’ medical appointments.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred

Job description

Development and Intellectual Disabilities Services (DDA) at Sheppard Pratt offer programs devoted to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including residential programs that provide homes and person-centered supports. The Odyssey Residential Program provides single-family homes throughout the Frederick community to approved individuals. Pay rate: $18.50/hr.

Must be able to work the following schedule: Sunday: 9a-5p, Monday: 3p-11p, Tuesday: 3p-11p, Wednesday: OFF, Thursday: OFF, Friday: OFF, Saturday: OFF

What to expect.

This is a direct care opportunity to facilitate client involvement in meaningful activities of daily life to support their overall mental health and wellbeing. With training and ongoing experience, you will exercise discretion and independent judgement with general supervision.

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.

Providing transportation and attending clients’ medical appointments.

What you’ll get from us.

• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
• 403b retirement match
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous mileage reimbursement program

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.
• An active, non-provisional driver’s license with 3-points or less and access to an insured vehicle.

WHY SHEPPARD PRATT?

At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individual’s facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!