Impactful Direct Support Professional - Growth & Benefits

Chimes; Silver Spring (MD); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost medical plans from day one

Dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) employer match

Paid training and tuition assistance

Tickets at Work

Job summary

Chimes in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to empower individuals with intellectual and behavioral challenges. This role offers meaningful, hands-on care in a supportive team environment with growth opportunities.

Starting wage is $20.25 per hour with paid training and ongoing development. Responsibilities include personal care, documentation, medication administration, and facilitating community engagement, within a commitment to dignity and independence.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Experience in disability services preferred (not required—we train!).
• Ability to lift, push, or pull 50+ lbs.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with clean driving history or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support with kindness and respect.
• Assist with personal care including dressing, toileting, hygiene, feeding, bathing and daily living skills.
• Follow individualized care plans and document progress.
• Administer medications in accordance with policy.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment.
• Use approved behavior support techniques.
• Encourage community engagement and participation.
• Some DSP roles will require travel and support from Residential to Day programs.

Skills

Ability to lift 50+ lbs

Valid US driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Chimes in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to empower individuals with intellectual and behavioral challenges. This role offers meaningful, hands-on care in a supportive team environment with growth opportunities.

Starting wage is $20.25 per hour with paid training and ongoing development. Responsibilities include personal care, documentation, medication administration, and facilitating community engagement, within a commitment to dignity and independence.