Residential Direct Support Professional: Impact Lives

Rock Creek Foundation; Fairland (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement Plan

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Birthday Off

Job summary

The Rock Creek Foundation is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for its residential program in Silver Spring, MD. The DSP will support individuals with mental health diagnoses and co‑occurring disabilities, delivering person‑centered care in a structured residential setting.

You will assist with daily living activities, medications, meals, transportation, and developmental skill building while maintaining safety and dignity for each consumer.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum two years’ experience working with adults with varying intellectual/developmental disabilities.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with access to a vehicle for work.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with mental health diagnoses and co‑occurring disabilities.
• Foster positive relationships with consumers and maintain a safe environment.
• Encourage self‑help activities and assist with self‑administration of medication.
• Perform personal care tasks, including basic hygiene and grooming.
• Assist with meals, shopping, and daily living skills.
• Observe, document changes in condition or behavior and report as needed.

Skills

Compassionate

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Disabilities experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Rock Creek Foundation is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for its residential program in Silver Spring, MD. The DSP will support individuals with mental health diagnoses and co‑occurring disabilities, delivering person‑centered care in a structured residential setting.

You will assist with daily living activities, medications, meals, transportation, and developmental skill building while maintaining safety and dignity for each consumer.