Direct Support Professional-CLS (East Randolph)

Direct Support Staff

The Direct Support Staff is responsible for providing the supports needed to promote and empower the people supported in Inclusive Living Services - Community Living. This includes:

• Creating and fostering experiences in the community that are sustainable over time, based on the person's wants/needs/age/interests.
• Focusing on making choices and engaging with other people, especially peers.
• Ensuring each person's safety and well-being.
• Providing a safe living environment.
• Supervising, and assisting people supported in managing their homes and personal needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalency or at least 18 years of age and one year of experience.
• Valid US driver’s license.
• Effective verbal & written communication and computer skills.
• Ability to read and write fluently in English and have a good understanding of the English language.
• Ability to assist people with activities of daily living, including personal care.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds with assistance.
• Able to withstand prolonged standing or walking and frequent bending, stooping, reaching, pulling, and pushing.
• Must pass a 6th-grade math and reading test in English as required by the Maryland Board of Nurses.

Benefits

This position offers a limited-time hiring incentive of up to $1,000.00 for new hires, as well as:

• Full residential services focused on individualized support for adults with intellectual & developmental disabilities.
• Opportunities for residents to participate in a variety of community activities.