Empowering Direct Support Pro - Part-Time, Flexible Hours

EPIC; Brandywine (MD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Great work environment

Job summary

EPIC in Maryland is seeking temporary Direct Support Professionals to help adults meet personal goals and integrate into their communities. If you enjoy supporting people with disabilities to become more independent, this is a great opportunity.

As a team member, you will build strong relationships, provide supervision for safety, and partner with a person who needs supports. This part-time role requires occasional weekend coverage and the use of a personal vehicle for transportation.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, good judgment, problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Provide continuous supervision and safety prompting.
• Pre-trained with all DDA mandated training and maintain renewals for First Aid, CPR, Certified Medication Technician, Abuse/Neglect, OSHA, and MANDT
• A local, valid U.S. driver’s license with no more than 3 moving violations and/or at-fault accidents in the past 3 years or any major violations in the past 5 years; You will be required to use your personal vehicle daily
• Ability to successfully pass basic skills tests.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal support to adults with disabilities to promote independence.
• Build strong relationships with clients.
• Supervise for safety and address safety concerns.
• Use personal vehicle for daily transportation.
• Work flexible hours including some weekends.

Skills

Communication

Judgment

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Teamwork

Safety awareness

DDA Training

First Aid

CPR

MTC Training

Job description

EPIC in Maryland is seeking temporary Direct Support Professionals to help adults meet personal goals and integrate into their communities. If you enjoy supporting people with disabilities to become more independent, this is a great opportunity.

As a team member, you will build strong relationships, provide supervision for safety, and partner with a person who needs supports. This part-time role requires occasional weekend coverage and the use of a personal vehicle for transportation.