We are hiring of CMTs and DSPs who have a passion for caring for people in need. The Direct Support Professional (DSP) delivers direct care, behavior management, and life-skills coaching to individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. This role focuses heavily on community integration, advocating for the participant's rights, and teaching the daily skills necessary to help individuals lead self-directed, meaningful lives.

Core Responsibilities & Duties

Direct Care & Daily Living Support

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): Assist participants with hygiene, showering, grooming, dressing, and eating according to their individual needs

Life Skills Instruction: Teach and assist with meal preparation, grocery shopping, personal budgeting, and light household chores.

Health & Safety: Administer medications strictly adhering to Maryland DDA standards; monitor health conditions, changes in behavior, or signs of neglect

Community Integration & Employment Support

• Meaningful Day Facilitation: Accompany individuals to recreational, spiritual, and social activities of their choice to build relationships within the community.
• Job Coaching: Support participants at volunteer sites or competitive employment venues by training them on workplace skills and fostering independence.
• Transportation: Drive company or personal vehicles safely to transport participants to appointments, job sites, and social events

Behavioral Support & Advocacy

• Plan Implementation: Execute individual behavior management strategies and conflict resolution methods specified in the participant's PCP.
• Crisis Intervention: Utilize approved de-escalation techniques (such as MANDT or CPI) safely during challenging behavioral occurrences.
• Advocacy: Protect participant rights, respect personal choices, and promote self-advocacy in both private and public settings.

Documentation & Communication

• Service Logging: Input highly accurate daily progress notes, medical logs, and goal achievement tracking into state-approved databases (e.g., iCare, GIV).
• Incident Reporting: Immediately report critical incidents, safety hazards, or emergency medical concerns to the Program Manager

Job Requirements & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Age: Must be at least 18 years old.
• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Licenses: Valid U.S. driver's license with a clean driving history.
• Clearances: Ability to clear a criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, pull, or manipulate up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Capability to stand, bend, and stoop for prolonged periods.
• Physical competence to assist with wheelchair transfers and vehicle safety tie-downs.

Mandated Maryland DDA Training (Often provided upon hire)

• Complete standard COMAR 10.22.02.11 core training modules within the first 60 days of employment.
• Certified Medication Technician (CMT) credentials via the Maryland Board of Nursing.
• Active CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications.
• Approved crisis response training (e.g., MANDT system)

Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve by providing compassionate care as a Direct Support Professional!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Paid orientation
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• DDA group home: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• English Fluently (Required)

License/Certification:

• Maryland Drivers License (Required)
• SSN Card (Required)
• CMT (Required)
• First Aid / CPR (Required)
• MANDT (Required)
• Maryland DDA Extended Package Training Certificates (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Owings Mills, MD 21117 (Required)