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Direct Support Professional Entry (DSPE)

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The Arc Montgomery County

Derwood, MD (In Person)

$37,700 Salary, Part-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 6 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/8/2026

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Job Description

For a limited time, all new hires are eligible for benchmark incentive payments totaling up to $1000.00! Please visit the Employee Benefits page on our website for more details.

The Arc Montgomery County's Inclusive Living ServicesPersonal Supports has a vacancy for a Part Time Direct Support Professional (Entry) who will be responsible for providing support, guidance, and supervision to the people being supported who are living in their own homes/apartments. Typical support is provided to the people we support based on their service funding plan and individual plan.

Depending on each individuals needs, maximizing life skills while promoting community inclusion may require different levels of support. Customized personal support makes it possible for adults with disabilities to live independently or to remain in their family home.

The intensity of services provided range from drop-in support of a few hours to hands-on supervision for several hours each week.
QUALIFICATIONS
(REASONABLE
ACCOMODATIONS MAY BE MADE BASED ON THE NEEDS OF THE PERSON SUPPORTED
) High school diploma or GED equivalency or certificate of attendance; or at least age 18 and one year of experience. Ability to effectively communicate with people supported, coworkers, stakeholders, etc., and have a good understanding of spoken English. Ability to assist people with activities of daily living, including personal care. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds with assistance. Ability to withstand prolonged periods of standing or walking, and frequent bending, stooping, reaching, pulling and pushing.
Pay Rate:
$17.68-$18.57 per hour depending on education and experience. EOE M/F/Vet/Disabled