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The ARC Of Southern Maryland
Direct Support Professional
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What they do
A Home Health Aide helps individuals who are disabled, elderly, or chronically ill with daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, and light housekeeping. They can care for patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, and may perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require more comprehensive agency-approved training programs.
$34,103 / year median in Maryland
+22% projected growth
Job Description
Job Title:
Direct Support Professional Location:
Serving Charles, Calvert, and St.Mary's County Status :
Full-time Salary:
$20.00 per hourAbout Us:
The Arc Southern Chesapeake creates opportunities for independence and personal success for people with differing abilities in inclusive communities of their choosing.Job Summary:
Do you enjoy assisting people and giving hands on support? The Direct Support Professional is an extremely rewarding and fulfilling position that is responsible for assisting individuals that need support accessing the community, making friends, having fun and being as self-sufficient as possible. A Direct Support Professional will primarily provide support in a residential based home but may include support in recreational or community settings. You are a good fit if you have the following experience, education, and skills:- 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED equivalent
- A valid driving license (Driver permit or provisional license are not permitted)
- Can pass a criminal background check mandated by the State of Maryland
- A good driving record with no more than 2 points
- A reliable vehicle to be used in transporting individuals we serve
- Enjoy assisting people and hands on support Essential duties include:
- Assist individuals with personal care and daily living skills (e.g., personal hygiene, health, toileting, eating, lifting/transfer)
- Teaching Skills that build on individuals strengths and capabilities through establishing and accomplishing personal driven goals
- Assist individuals with daily living and household management (e.g., meal prep, laundry, cleaning, decorating)
- Assist individuals with becoming active in the community of their choice, this may include transportation needs (banking, medical appointments, social or recreational settings), developing relationships within the community to build friendships and resources
- Assisting with or dispensing medication or other prescribed medical treatments as necessary.
- Assist individuals to act as their own Advocate or connect individuals with advocates when there are barriers to his or her service needs.
Special Conditions of Employment:
- Attends, completes and passes all required training, initially and ongoing.
- Complies with all agency guidelines, procedures, and practices.
- The employee is occasionally required to assist with lifting/transferring up to 50lbs We provide the following comprehensive, flexible benefits to our full-time associates and eligible family members.
- Health coverage for you and your family through medical, dental, and vision plans
- 403b plan with a company matching contribution
- Paid time off program in which benefits increase along with your tenure with the company
- Support for continued education through tuition reimbursement
- Referral bonus program The Arc Southern Chesapeake is a drug-free employer.