Senior Direct Support Specialist - Career Ladder Ready

Penn-Mar Human Services; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay $20.41–$20.91/hr

Paid vacation & holiday pay

Referral bonus program

Extensive training and Career Ladders

Job summary

Penn-Mar Human Services in Westminster, MD is seeking a Senior Direct Support Professional to provide direct care, personal support, and transportation for individuals with disabilities. The role includes helping with daily living activities, medication reminders, and supervision in residential settings.

The position offers competitive starting pay, paid vacation/holidays, training opportunities, and a referral program. Penn-Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with 2 years of consecutive driving experience and fewer than 3 moving violations in 36 months.
• Ability to pass pre-employment screenings (background/physical/TB/drug).
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. as needed.
• Direct support/caregiving experience and/or work with individuals with disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Light housework: cooking, meal prep, cleaning.
• Maintain personal care routines: feeding, medication administration, bathing, showering, toileting.
• Provide transportation to appointments and activities.
• Offer behavioral and social support, manage potential outbursts/ aggression.
• Occasional sleepover shifts; supervise a residential home when needed.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Lift 50 lbs

Transportation coordination

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Tools

Valid Driver’s License

Background/physical/TB/drug screenings

Job description

Penn-Mar Human Services in Westminster, MD is seeking a Senior Direct Support Professional to provide direct care, personal support, and transportation for individuals with disabilities. The role includes helping with daily living activities, medication reminders, and supervision in residential settings.

The position offers competitive starting pay, paid vacation/holidays, training opportunities, and a referral program. Penn-Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity.