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About The Position
The Arc Carroll County is hiring compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a small residential home setting. This is a part-time position with available shifts including weekend daytime and evening hours, as well as weekday evening shifts starting at 3:00pm. The role involves supporting individuals in a community living residential home, creating engaging routines and activities, assisting with daily living tasks such as meal planning, cooking, laundry, and light housekeeping. It also includes providing personal care, medication administration, mobility support, transportation, and promoting independence and self-advocacy. Maintaining a safe and inclusive home environment and completing required documentation are also key aspects of the position.
Requirements
- 18+ years old
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid U.S. driver’s license with 2+ years driving experience
- Ability to pass background, drug, and driving record checks
- Computer and keyboarding skills
- Ability to complete required training courses, including CPR, First Aid, Med Tech Certification, and other DDA-mandated training
- Ability to lift and manipulate up to 50 lbs frequently and assist with transfers
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform frequent bending, stooping, reaching, pulling, and pushing
- Ability to assist with wheelchair handling, transfers, and securing individuals safely in vehicles
Responsibilities
- Support individuals in a community living residential home
- Create and implement innovative, engaging, and meaningful daily routines and activities
- Assist with meal planning, cooking, laundry, and light housekeeping
- Provide personal care, medication administration, and mobility support as needed
- Provide transportation and support community access
- Promote independence, choice, and self-advocacy
- Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive home environment
- Complete required documentation and follow agency and state guidelines
Benefits
- Paid Sick Time
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs
- Credit Union membership