Direct Support Professional - Personal Support Assistant
About the role
The Personal Support Assistant will support one or more people living in their own home or in their family’s home located in a suburban or rural community. The role supports each person's life choices and facilitates opportunities to build relationships and participate fully in their communities.
Responsibilities
- Support people with disabilities by facilitating and promoting independence, self-advocacy, and decision making.
- Foster independence and personal growth.
- Provide respectful, individualized support.
- Use technology to complete documentation and communication tasks.
- Communicate professionally with individuals, families, and other stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Self-motivated, solutions-oriented, and creative in approach.
- Experience providing respectful, individualized support.
- Strong interpersonal skills for building trust and promoting self-confidence.
- High school diploma or equivalent, with at least one year of experience supporting people with disabilities preferred.
- Valid Maryland Driver’s License with no egregious violations.
Benefits
- Award-winning total rewards package.
- Paid professional development opportunities.
Pay
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Hours are flexible to accommodate the needs of the individuals served.
Skills
Must have a valid Maryland Driver’s License with no egregious violations.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Fello is an equal opportunity employer which means we provides equal opportunity to all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, gender, gender expression, national origin, age, marital status, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement
Fello highly encourages all employees to become fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and other communicable diseases.