Residential DSP – Taneytown and Westminster, MD (Part Time)

Arc-Carroll-County; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Time

403(b) retirement plan

Employee Assistance & WellnessPrograms

Credit Union membership

Paid training provided

DSP certification program with bonuses

Job summary

Arc Carroll County in Westminster, MD is hiring Direct Support Professionals to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a small residential home setting. You’ll assist with daily routines, personal care, and transportation.

Starting at $20.07/hour with a $2 weekend differential. Paid training, sick time, 403(b) retirement plan, and other benefits. Must be 18+, HS diploma or GED, valid U.S. driver's license, and ability to pass background checks.

Qualifications

• 18+ years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license (not suspended or revoked).
• Ability to pass background, drug, and driving record checks.
• Computer and keyboarding skills.
• Ability to complete CPR, First Aid, Med Tech Certification, and DDA-mandated training.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently and assist with transfers.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in a community living residential home.
• Create and implement engaging daily routines and activities.
• Assist with meal planning, cooking, laundry, and light housekeeping.
• Provide personal care, medication administration, and mobility support as needed.
• Provide transportation and support community access.
• Promote independence, choice, and self-advocacy.
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive home environment.
• Complete required documentation and follow agency and state guidelines.

Skills

Compassionate & dependable

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Computer & keyboarding skills

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Taneytown, MD

$20.07/hour + $2.00 weekend differential

Are you looking to make a real difference? The Arc Carroll County is hiring compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a small residential home setting.

What You’ll Do:

• Support individuals in a community living residential home
• Create and implement innovative, engaging, and meaningful daily routines and activities
• Assist with meal planning, cooking, laundry, and light housekeeping
• Provide personal care, medication administration, and mobility support as needed
• Provide transportation and support community access
• Promote independence, choice, and self-advocacy
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive home environment
• Complete required documentation and follow agency and state guidelines

Pay & Benefits:

• $20.07/hour + $2.00 weekend differential
• Paid Sick Time
• 403(b) retirement plan (eligible upon hire)
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs
• Credit Union membership
• No experience required – paid training provided!
• DSP certification program with potential bonuses of $1,000–$1,500 in your first year and annually thereafter

Requirements

• 18+ years old
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid U.S. driver’s license that has not been suspended or revoked
• Ability to pass background, drug, and driving record checks
• Computer and keyboarding skills
• Ability to complete required training courses, including CPR, First Aid, Med Tech Certification, and other DDA-mandated training
• Ability to lift and manipulate up to 50 lbs frequently and assist with transfers
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform frequent bending, stooping, reaching, pulling, and pushing
• Ability to assist with wheelchair handling, transfers, and securing individuals safely in vehicles