Residential Direct Support Professional

Spring Dell Center, Inc.; La Plata (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance/AD&D

Workers' Compensation

Direct Deposit

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Military Leave

Jury Duty Leave

Bereavement Leave

Job summary

Spring Dell Center, Inc. is seeking a Residential Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with disabilities in their homes and communities. The role involves supporting daily living activities, meal planning, and community outings to promote independence and engagement.

The position pays $20.84 per hour with both full-time and part-time options. Candidates should be dependable, organized, and passionate about helping others live connected and meaningful lives within their community.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Minimum of two years of driving experience.
• Previous experience working with adults with disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in working toward and achieving their established goals.
• Observe, track, and document individual progress.
• Administer medications as required.
• Provide mobility assistance throughout the home, including moving between rooms.
• Help with laundry, housekeeping, and maintaining a clean living environment.
• Encourage and respect individual preferences, decisions, and personal choices.
• Provide transportation for community activities and outings based on individual interests and preferences.
• Maintain flexibility throughout the day when individuals are attending their day programs; this may include transportation to medical appointments or extra support when an individual is ill.

Skills

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Valid driver’s license

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Spring Dell Center, Inc. isan equal opportunity employer promoting a drug-free, smoke-free workplacethat does not honor medical marijuana.

Spring Dell Center, Inc. is dedicated to assisting individuals with disabilities in achieving their highest level of independence by providing support and employment opportunities for the quality of life they desire within their community. Our employees are responsible for providing the highest quality of individualized services.Our ultimate goal is to promote full community integration for individuals with disabilities.

Residential Direct Support Professional

Salary: $20.84 per hour

Job Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Job Description

The Residential Direct Support Professional provides hands-on assistance to individuals with disabilities in their homes and communities. Responsibilities include supporting daily living activities, meal preparation and planning, household maintenance, money management, personal care, and grocery shopping.

Candidates should be dependable, creative, and organized, with an interest in planning and coordinating activities both inside the home and throughout the community. The ideal candidate enjoys working with others, building meaningful relationships, and helping individuals remain engaged, independent, and connected to their communities.

Duties Include but not limited to:

• Assist individuals in working toward and achieving their established goals.
• Observe, track, and document individual progress.
• Administer medications as required.
• Provide mobility assistance throughout the home, including moving between rooms.
• Help with laundry, housekeeping, and maintaining a clean living environment.
• Encourage and respect individual preferences, decisions, and personal choices.
• Provide transportation for community activities and outings based on individual interests and preferences.
• Maintain flexibility throughout the day when individuals are attending their day programs. This may include providing transportation to medical appointments or offering additional support when an individual becomes ill.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more.
• Valid, full driver's license.
• Minimum of two years of driving experience.
• Clean driving record with fewer than two points.
• Previous experience working with adults with disabilities is preferred.
• Basic computer skills.

Benefits and Perks

• Paid Training
• Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Up To$10,000 Life Insurance/Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Workers' Compensation
• Direct Deposit
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• Military Leave
• Jury Duty Leave
• Bereavement Leave