Residential Support Associate

The Arc Southern Maryland; Lexington Park (MD); On-site; USD 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A prominent community support organization in Lexington Park is seeking a Residential Support Associate to assist individuals in their daily tasks and help them lead more self-sufficient lives. In this part-time role, you will provide hands-on support, teach community living skills, and maintain records. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license. This role requires flexibility, dependability, and a strong desire to make a difference in individuals' lives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
• Good driving record with no more than 2 points.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Dependable, responsible, consistent, and punctual.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with personal hygiene and household tasks.
• Provide transportation and social assistance.
• Teach community living skills.
• Maintain accurate records and documents.
• Implement individualized plans for residents.

Skills

Enjoy assisting people and providing hands-on support

Proficiency in computer software such as Excel, Word, and Access

Ability to read and write clearly and concisely

Flexible, able to follow direction

Strong desire to create long-term, trusting relationships

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Word

Access

Job description

Residential Support Associate

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This part‑time role provides support to individuals who need assistance accessing the community, making friends, having fun, and becoming as self‑sufficient as possible.

Pay

Base pay range: $20.00 per hour.

JOB TITLE: Residential Support Associate
SALARY: $20.00 per hour
STATUS: Part‑time
SHIFT: Every other weekend, 6 am – 2 pm or 2 pm – 10 pm

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with personal hygiene, light housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry, and grocery shopping.
• Help with bank appointments, medical appointments, and medication administration (when certified).
• Provide transportation and social/recreational assistance to support independent living.
• Teach and reinforce community living skills such as health, grooming, toileting, and eating.
• Help residents manage household duties, including meal prep, laundry, cleaning, and decorating.
• Support individuals in building friendships and other relationships.
• Identify and provide opportunities for community and leisure activities.
• Assist in recognizing needs for community supports and coordinating with informal support systems.
• Plan, make informed choices, and follow through with responsibilities for residents.
• Use effective, sensitive communication to build rapport and adapt to individual communication styles.
• Learn and use proper terminology and explain concepts for understanding.
• Maintain collaborative professional relationships with residents and support team members.
• Follow ethical standards, including confidentiality and informed consent.
• Assist and/or facilitate the implementation of individualized plans to achieve resident goals.
• Advocate on behalf of residents when barriers arise, interacting with community members and organizations.
• Identify, evaluate, and defuse crisis situations; contact necessary supports and maintain ongoing monitoring.
• Implement behavior plans as outlined in the resident’s care plan.
• Maintain accurate records and documents, ensuring timely submission and confidentiality.
• Comply with agency guidelines and incorporate sensitivity to cultural, religious, racial, disability, and gender issues.
• Attend, complete, and pass all required training, initially and on an ongoing basis.
• Accomplish all assigned tasks and demonstrate role‑model behavior at all times.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license (no provisional or permit) and a reliable vehicle.
• Good driving record with no more than 2 points.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check mandated by the State of Maryland.
• Enjoy assisting people and providing hands‑on support.
• Ability to read and write clearly and concisely.
• Proficiency in computer software such as Excel, Word, and Access.
• Dependable, responsible, consistent, and punctual.
• Flexible, able to follow direction, work as part of a team or independently.
• Strong desire to create long‑term, trusting relationships.

Physical Demands

The employee must occasionally stand, walk, sit for long periods, use hands to hold or handle objects, reach with arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk or hear, taste or smell, and lift up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

• Work evenings and weekends as scheduled.
• Work environment is generally not exposed to weather conditions.
• Noise level is typically moderate.

The Arc Southern Maryland is a drug‑free employer. All offers of employment will be contingent upon a successful background check. The Arc Southern Maryland is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, religious, or political beliefs. We recruit, employ, retain, compensate, train, promote, discipline, terminate and treat all employees and job applicants based solely on qualification, performance, and competence.