Residential Program DSP in Taneytown, MD (Part Time)

Arc-of-Carroll-County; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Time

403(b) retirement plan

Employee Assistance & Wellness Program

Credit Union membership

No experience required – paid training

DSP certification program with bonuses

Job summary

Arc of Carroll County is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to assist adults with IDD in Taneytown, MD. This part-time role includes evening and weekend shifts with competitive hourly pay and a weekend differential.

You will support individuals in a small residential home, help create meaningful daily routines, assist with meals, personal care, and mobility, and promote independence while following agency and state guidelines.

Qualifications

• 18+ years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Ability to pass background, drug, and driving record checks.
• Computer and keyboarding skills.
• CPR, First Aid, Med Tech Certification, and DDA-mandated training.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform bending, stooping, reaching, pulling, and pushing.
• Ability to assist with wheelchair handling, transfers, and securing individuals safely in vehicles.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Background checks

Driver's license

Computer skills

CPR/First Aid

Med Tech Certification

Lifting to 50 lbs

Transfers handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Residential Program DSP in Taneytown, MD (Part Time)

The Arc of Carroll County Westminster, Maryland, United States

About this position

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.

Available Shifts:

Monday-Tuesday Awake Overnight Shift: 10p-8a

Tuesday-Wednesday Awake Overnight Shift 10p-8a

Saturday- 3p-10p

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:

• $19.68/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

Salary Information

$19.68 - $20.07Hourly Wage