Weekend Direct Support Professional – Residential Services

Athelas Institute, Inc.; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

403B plan

Paid DDA & training

CPR & First Aid certification paid

Medication Administration Training

Job summary

Athelas Institute, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional-Residential Services to support individuals in Towson, MD on Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 6pm.

This role focuses on daily living activities, personal care, life skills, and community integration, with responsibilities including documentation and safety oversight. The position requires a high school diploma; Mandt Systems, CPR/First Aid training, and a Maryland Medication Administration Certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED).
• Preferred DDA core competencies, Mandt Systems Training, CPR / First Aid, MTTP.
• Experience working with people with IDD/DD preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support, interaction and supervision of the supported persons, inclusive of all daily needs (meals, personal care, transportation, leisure activities, community integration, medical needs and medication administration).
• Complete all state and agency required documentation in accordance with stated guidelines and deadlines.
• Maintains positive, professional working relationships.
• Onsite duties may include general household tasks and maintaining living environment per COMAR and Health Dept. standards.
• Support person in accordance with Person-Centered Plan, Behavior Support Plan (if applicable), and Nursing Care Plan.
• Obtain and maintain Medication Administration Certification through the Maryland Board of Nursing.
• Administer and document medications as required; all via eMAR and DDA nursing delegation model.
• Provide transportation via company vehicles; must have current Driver’s License and meet driving requirements.
• Complete required trainings: CPR/First Aid, Mandt Systems; refresh certifications within timelines.
• Attend and actively participate in scheduled meetings.
• Communicate via emails daily to maintain proper communication.
• Utilize agency electronic systems for time, attendance, notes, and incident reporting.
• Treat everyone with dignity and respect; involve the person in decision making and daily planning.
• All other duties as assigned by Operations Manager and Division Direct.

Skills

Driver's License

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Athelas Institute, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional-Residential Services to support individuals in Towson, MD on Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 6pm.

This role focuses on daily living activities, personal care, life skills, and community integration, with responsibilities including documentation and safety oversight. The position requires a high school diploma; Mandt Systems, CPR/First Aid training, and a Maryland Medication Administration Certification are preferred.