Weekend Direct Support Professional (DSP) - College Program

The Arc Baltimore Inc; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Advance Payment via UKGWallet

Sick and Safe Leave & Vacation

403(b) plan with employer match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

The Arc Baltimore invites applications for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities lead fulfilling, self-sufficient lives. This part-time role provides services at people’s homes, day centers, and neighborhoods, focusing on safety, daily living skills, and meaningful participation.

Base pay is $20.00 per hour. Benefits include UKGWallet same-day pay, sick leave and vacation based on hours, a 403(b) plan with employer match after

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university and have a valid student ID.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor people supported to ensure safety in medical, health, behavioral, and environmental aspects.
• Assist with daily living skills (e.g., lifting, transferring, toileting, personal hygiene, laundry, cooking).
• Implement Individual Plans and track outcomes, goals, and strategies.
• Complete paperwork and documentation (e.g., incident reports, progress notes, behavior data).
• Conduct drills as needed and participate in community outings.
• Assist with banking, budgeting, and shopping when applicable.
• Maintain living environments according to COMAR and health standards.
• Administer and record medications per state and agency requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Active college enrollment

Job description

• Base Pay $20.00 / Hour
• Job Category Residential

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) work closely with people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) to help them achieve the fullest lives possible by empowering them to overcome challenges in areas and activities that would otherwise prevent them from being self-sufficient.

Our Mission

The Arc Baltimore supports people with developmental disabilities to lead fulfilling lives with a sense of belonging, purpose, and meaningful relationships.

Who We Are

Since 1949, The Arc Baltimore has been an indispensable resource, providing employment training and support, day and residential services, family support and education, treatment foster care, assistive technology services, respite care, public policy advocacy, and information and referrals.

The Arc Baltimore’s part-time college students will provide services at people's homes, places of employment, day centers, and neighborhoods.

What We Off er

A generous benefits package including:

• Advance Payment via UKGWallet: Get paid the same day!
• Sick and Safe Leave & Vacation will vary based on hours worked
• 403(b) plan with employer match available after 1 year
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program

Job Responsibilities

• Monitor people supported to ensure safety with regard to medical, health, behavioral, and environmental issues
• Assist with daily living skills (e.g., lifting, transferring, toileting, personal hygiene, laundry, cooking etc.)
• Implement Individual Plans and the Outcomes, Goals, and Strategies
• Complete paperwork as assigned including documentation (e.g., incident reports, progress notes, behavior data, drills etc.)
• Conduct drills as needed
• Assist with banking and budgeting and assist with shopping, when applicable
• Plan, assist , and participate in community outings with people supported ( e.g. visiting family, friends, church/temple, shopping etc.)
• Maintain living environment in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) and health department standards
• Administer and record medications pursuant to State and Agency requirements, when applicable
• Accompany people supported on medical emergencies as needed
• Work with people supported as assigned by supervisor
• Complete all agency required trainings for position
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university
• Must possess a valid student identification card
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills necessary
• Must work effectively within a team environment

Working Conditions

• Must assist with daily living skills (e.g., lifting, transferring, toileting, personal hygiene, laundry and cooking)
• May be required to lift /assist in transferring people supported