Weekend Direct Support Professional - Impactful Care & Growth

Catholic Charities of Baltimore; Mays Chapel (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Holidays

Paid parental leave

Retirement plan (403b)

Trauma-informed care culture

Job summary

Catholic Charities of Baltimore is seeking a Direct Support Professional to help adults with developmental disabilities live independent, meaningful lives. The DSP builds trusted relationships, supports daily routines, and promotes choice and dignity in every moment.

The role runs Saturday and Sunday 7 AM–3 PM, pays $20.00–$20.50 per hour, and provides benefits including health, dental, vision, PTO and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver’s license with at least 2 years of driving experience and no more than 3 points.
• Comfortable driving agency vehicles and assisting people who use wheelchairs.
• Able to lift up to 75 pounds, stand for long periods, and provide physical assistance when needed.
• Completion of Medication Technician Training Program (or willingness to complete).

Responsibilities

• Provide full support with daily routines such as total hygiene care, cooking, cleaning, laundry, housekeeping, transporting to and from day programs, Drs. Appointments and medication administration etc.
• Help promote independence
• Be patient and respectful in action and speaking
• Advocate for each person’s rights and help build their confidence and sense of self
• Keep clear, respectful records to ensure continuity of care and support

Skills

Good communication

Dependability

Education

Medication Technician Training Program

Job description

Catholic Charities of Baltimore is seeking a Direct Support Professional to help adults with developmental disabilities live independent, meaningful lives. The DSP builds trusted relationships, supports daily routines, and promotes choice and dignity in every moment.

The role runs Saturday and Sunday 7 AM–3 PM, pays $20.00–$20.50 per hour, and provides benefits including health, dental, vision, PTO and retirement options.