Residential Support Specialist - Empower Lives

Eddy; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Ongoing training

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Treasures, Inc. seeks a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide one-on-one support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Maryland.

You will assist with daily living, personal care, life skills, and community integration, promoting independence and quality of life. Responsibilities include direct support, meal and transportation assistance, medical needs oversight and medication administration.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent required; one year of college preferred.
• 1+ years of experience working with the population served.
• Acceptable criminal background is a must.
• CPR/First Aid, Mandt Systems, and medication technician certification must be current/ refreshed within timelines.
• DDA Training required.
• No lifting restrictions; able to transfer individuals.
• Good written and oral communication; detail-oriented and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support, interaction and supervision of participants, including meals, personal care, transportation, leisure activities, and community integration.
• Assist with activities of daily living, life skills development, and medical needs including medication administration.
• Collaborate with the care team to implement individualized support plans and promote independence and quality of life.

Skills

Driver's license

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1+ years experience with population served

Tools

CPR/First Aid

Mandt Systems

Medication technician certification

Job description

Treasures, Inc. seeks a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide one-on-one support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Maryland.

You will assist with daily living, personal care, life skills, and community integration, promoting independence and quality of life. Responsibilities include direct support, meal and transportation assistance, medical needs oversight and medication administration.