Westminster Residential DSP (30 hr/week)

About the Role

The mission of The Arc Carroll County is to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their individual pursuit of a fulfilling life. We are seeking people who have integrity, respect, and a passion to help others. This position is in our Community Living Department, which focuses on creating inclusive and supportive residential environments where individuals can thrive and achieve their highest potential. You will work in a lovely residential home in Taneytown, MD.

Responsibilities

• Support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their individual pursuit of a fulfilling life as part of a team in a small residential home setting.
• Assist residents with life skills and household tasks such as meal planning and preparation, laundry, and light housework.
• Provide personal care assistance.
• Administer medications.
• Provide transportation as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license with no more than 2 current points on record.
• Intermediate computer and keyboarding skills; ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Clean drug screen and criminal record (The Arc provides programs, services, and direct care to vulnerable adults).
• Completion of CPR, First Aid, Certified Medication Technician, and other trainings mandated by the Developmental Disabilities Administration and The Arc.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift/manipulate at least 50 pounds frequently with ability to lift, carry and/or exert force in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally.
• Ability to withstand prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending, stooping, reaching, pulling, and pushing.
• Ability to lift a wheelchair and reposition an individual.
• Ability to transfer individual from a chair to vehicle, bed to chair.
• Ability to position individual on a sling or Royer lift.
• Ability to physically secure individual in a wheelchair to the van with tie-downs.

Benefits

• Full benefit package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus voluntary benefits such as Accident insurance and Life insurance.
• Company paid Short-term disability and life insurance.
• 403(b) Retirement plan available to all employees immediately upon hire.
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick).
• Employee Assistance and Wellness programs.
• Credit Union Membership.
• Participation in Direct Support Professional (DSP) Certification Program which offers annual cash bonuses.

Compensation

$20.07 per hour with a $2.00 differential for weekends.

Schedule

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM; Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM. Opportunity to move to 40 hours per week by adding a weekend shift in Taneytown, MD.