Personal Support Specialist, (1163) Part Time

Catholic Charities

Rockville (MD)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 33,000

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Catholic Charities is hiring a Personal Support Specialist to help adults with disabilities engage meaningfully in community life. You will support planning daily activities, coordinate with the care team, and assist with health-related tasks while promoting independence.

The role requires a HS diploma, experience with disabilities, and a CNA plus. Proficiency with MS Office and a valid driver’s license are preferred; a compassionate, team-oriented approach is essential.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent; Foreign equivalency may be required.
1 year of experience supporting persons with disabilities and/or behaviorally challenged.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred; basic crisis intervention skills a plus.

Responsibilities

Create experiences promoting individual's interests, choices and growth.
Assist individuals in planning daily/weekly schedules and appointments; coordinate with team.
Inform team of changes and help with documenting plans and meetings.
Encourage self-advocacy and independence; teach self-help and social skills.
Transports individuals to activities; ensure timely attendance; follow health care plans.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Outlook 365

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

One year experience with persons with disabilities

Certified Nursing Assistant plus

Job description

Description

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW:

At Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington, your knowledge and service in areas such as immigrants and refugees, mental health, social work, employment and adult education, legal and financial services, health care, food assistance, shelter and housing, developmental disabilities and prison outreach can make a profound difference in the lives of many. Through more than 50 programs across the district and five surrounding counties, Catholic Charities is opening doors to help and hope. At CCADW, we continue to build an inclusive culture that celebrates a diverse workforce. We offer so much more than just a job. We offer careers. We take pride in our "promote from within" culture. We offer professional development, a comprehensive benefits package, and a passion for building and motivating world class, high performing teams. Explore your career opportunity with Catholic Charities. Join us in Inspiring Hope and Building Futures.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Personal Support Specialist is responsible for ensuring that adults with disabilities are provided with opportunities to be a meaningfully, engaging and centered in community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Creates experiences that promote individual's interests, choices, and personal growth by:

Assisting individuals in discovering and pursuing new interests.
Helping individuals have control over their daily lives.
Assisting individuals in planning their daily/weekly schedules (i.e. - work schedules, activities, medical/dental appointments, vacations, etc.) and carrying out activities.
Informing the team of schedule changes (i.e. - calling in sick to work/day program, visits home with family, etc.).
Assisting individuals with planning and preparing for team meetings and sharing preferences and interests.
Ensuring that individuals are on time for scheduled activities (i.e. - classes, workshops, appointments, etc.).
Teaching skills for increased independence (i.e. - self-help, personal hygiene, social skills, etc.).
Encouraging and supporting individual's pursuit for self-advocacy (i.e., learning skills; identifying self-advocacy activities and providing necessary assistance to attend and participate).
Assuring that individuals are properly dressed and groomed, providing maximum opportunity for individual choice.
Facilitating the development of meaningful relationships.
Assisting individuals in broadening their awareness and use of community resources (i.e. - transportation, businesses, libraries, social services, etc.).
Developing and implementing, in coordination with the team, the Individual's Plan to achieve the vision and personal outcomes identified by the individual.
Fostering individual's rights, self-determination, and independence.
Participating in community education to promote the rights of persons with disabilities.
Assisting the individuals in living a healthy lifestyle. Follow diet when indicated in doctor's orders.
Assessing and communicating changes in an individual's health status.
Attending medical appointments, when necessary.
Follow doctor's orders as indicated under the direction of a licensed health care professional (i.e. - PT exercises, health care treatments, etc.).
Communicating to healthcare providers the healthcare needs of individuals (i.e. - medical issues, how to work best with or communicate with the individual, etc.).
Encouraging exercise in general or as outlined in the Individual Plan or doctor's orders.

Transports individuals from their homes to various activities within the community and back safely.
Performs all other job-related duties as assigned.
Pass MTTP tests
Recertify as Certified Medication Technician (CMT) with Maryland Board of Nursing

Requirements

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent. Verification of foreign equivalency required.
One (1) year of experience supporting persons with disabilities and/or behaviorally challenged.
Experience in behavior management, crisis intervention, and hands offs problem-solving are a plus.
Certified Nursing Assistant plus.

SKILLS and COMPETENCIES:

Proficient with Microsoft Office and Outlook 365.
Must possess a full, valid local, driver's license and the ability to maintain a good driving record.

Compensation Package: