Residential Program – Taneytown, Direct Support Professional (Part Time)

Arc-of-Carroll-County; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Time

403(b) retirement plan

Employee Assistance & Wellness

Credit Union membership

Paid training

DSP certification bonuses

Job summary

Arc of Carroll County in Taneytown, MD is seeking Direct Support Professionals to assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a small residential home setting. This part-time DSP role offers competitive pay and paid training.

Position includes weekends and evening shifts with opportunities for DSP certification bonuses in the first year. The organization emphasizes safety, independence, and community access while maintaining a supportive home environment.

Qualifications

• 18+ years old.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to pass background, drug, and driving record checks.
• Computer and keyboarding skills required.
• CPR, First Aid, Med Tech Certification training desired.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in a community living residential home.
• Create and implement 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 home environment.
• Complete required documentation and follow guidelines.

Skills

18+ years old

Computer and keyboarding skills

Background, drug, and driving record"

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Standing for extended periods

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR/First Aid training

Med Tech Certification training

Tools

Valid U.S. driver’s license

Job description

Residential Program – Taneytown, Direct Support Professional (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:

• Saturday 3p-10p
• Saturday 9a-3p
• Saturday 3p-8p
• Thursday-Friday Awake Over Night 10p-8a

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

Salary Information

$19.68 - $20.07Hourly Wage