Flexible PRN Direct Support Professional

The Affiliated Sante Group; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PRN schedule

Hourly rate range $20.00 - $21.00

Training & Growth

Culture of Purpose

Recognition & Rewards

Exclusive Discounts

Job summary

Rock Creek Foundation is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) PRN to provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and co-occurring disorders in Silver Spring, MD. You will support daily living activities, safety, and medication administration on an as-needed basis, covering shifts as required.

Responsibilities include documenting services, fostering independence, and maintaining a respectful, home-like environment.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and caring nature.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities (preferred).
• Ability to pass background checks and FBI fingerprinting.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to those with mental health diagnosis and co-occurring disabilities.
• Foster positive relationships between yourself and consumer.
• Ensure consumer safety and maintain a safe environment.
• Encourage self-help activities.
• Remind and assist consumers with self- administration of medication.
• Perform personal care tasks, including assistance with basic personal hygiene and grooming.
• Accompany consumers to scheduled appointment.
• Plan meals, shopping for groceries, preparing and serving meals to consumers.
• Teach skills for daily living, such as decision-making and problem-solving.
• Observe and document changes in consumers' physical condition or behavior.
• Perform light housekeeping duties, such as laundry, cleaning, and organizing.

Skills

Compassionate nature

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Disability experience (preferred)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Rock Creek Foundation is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) PRN to provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and co-occurring disorders in Silver Spring, MD. You will support daily living activities, safety, and medication administration on an as-needed basis, covering shifts as required.

Responsibilities include documenting services, fostering independence, and maintaining a respectful, home-like environment.