DSP - Outreach

The Arc of Washington County; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term disability

403(b) retirement plan with company-mt

PTO 14 days + 7 holidays

Paid training and onboarding

Casual dress code

Growth opportunities

Job summary

The Arc of Washington County in Hagerstown, MD is hiring a Part-Time Direct Support Professional for our Outreach Program. You will provide flexible, drop-in support to individuals in their homes and community settings, with afternoons/evenings and weekends as needed.

This role offers competitive benefits, paid training, and opportunities for growth. A valid driver's license and the ability to pass background checks are required.

Qualifications

• 18+ years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with 2+ years driving experience.
• Ability to pass background check, drug screen, and medical tests.
• Comfortable working independently in home and community settings.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals living independently in the community.
• Encourage development of independent living skills.
• Promote participation in community, social, and recreational activities.
• Provide companionship, guidance, and flexible drop-in support.
• Ensure documentation of goals and outcomes.
• Offer safe, reliable transportation when needed.

Skills

Driver's license

Background check

Independent work

Training readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Remote Status:On-Site
Now Hiring:Part-Time Direct Support Professional – Outreach Program
Location:Hagerstown, MD
Pay:$19.25 per hour
Schedule:Part Time (20 - 29 hours per week) Includes afternoons/evenings, Monday - Friday flexible hours
–No late nights

Build independence. Inspire connection. Make a difference.

Join The Arc of Washington County, a nonprofit serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1952. We’re hiring a Full-TimeDirect Support Professionalsto provide flexible, drop-in support through ourHome and Community-Based Outreach Program.

• Support individuals living independently or with family in the community
• Encourage development ofindependent living skills
• Promote participation incommunity, social, and recreational activities
• Providecompanionship, guidance, and flexible drop-in support
• Ensure accurate documentation of goals and outcomes
• Offer safe, reliable transportation when needed

Note: This position doesnotinclude medication administration.

Who We’re Looking For:

• 18+ with high school diploma or GED
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with 2+ years of driving experience (not on a permit)
• Ability to pass background check, drug screen, physical, and basic reading/math test
• Comfortable working independently in a variety of home and community settings
• Available for required paid training

• $19.25/hr starting pay
• Full time opportunity available, incorporating a combination ofday, afternoon, early evening, and weekend hours
• Health, dental & vision insurance (shared cost)
• Company-paid life insurance & short-term disability
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• 14 days PTO in Year 1 + 7 paid holidays (prorated for part-time)
• Paid training and onboarding
• Casual dress code, regular employee appreciation events
• Opportunities for growth and promotion

DSP Certification Bonus Program:

Take advantage of ourDSP Certification Programand unlock the potential to earn bonuses ranging from$1,500 to $2,000 per certification levelin your first year. Since you can complete multiple levels in your first year, you could potentially earn up to$5,250 in bonuses!
Plus, each year you maintain your certification(s), you will continue to earn thecorresponding bonus amount annually.

Be the reason someone thrives — in their home, in their community, in life.