Job Description

PT/ Weekend - Direct Support Professional (DSP)
HOWARD COUNTY/DURHAM
Rate of Pay $23/hr
FLSA Status Non Exempt

We are seeking a Part-Time Weekend Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide hands-on care to individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities providing assistance with personal hygiene, activities/ outings, social engagement, shopping, planning, cooking, and cleaning.

This position is:
Saturday & Sunday 8am - 8pm
(Working with Women & Men)

Job Responsibilities:
• Assisting with participation and exploration of the community
• Cultivating and expanding independent living skills
• Provide assistance with personal hygiene, activities/ outings, social engagement, shopping, planning, cooking, and cleaning.
• Assisting with the development of meaningful and personal relationships
• Complete required documentation (e.g., incident reports, progress notes, behavior data, fire drills etc.)
• Administer and record medications pursuant to State and Agency requirements, when applicable
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits include:
• 401 (K) Retirement Plan
• Paid trainings, including CPR/First Aid and opportunities to obtain Med Tech Certification
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Sign-on Bonus
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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Qualifications:
• High school diploma or G.E.D required
• Current driver’s license (not provisional) with less than 3 points on driving record
• Must be able to transport people supported as needed
• Some lifting and transferring may be required
• Must have at least 2 years of driving experience
• Must be at least 20 years of age

Regular Base Rate is $22/hr. There is an additional $1/hr. shift differential for weekend shifts. ($22 +$1=$23/hr.)
$500.00 Sign-On Bonus
Pay Out Structure: $250 – First Day; $250 – after three months
(You must remain in the designated position for the time intervals specified above to qualify for the bonus payout)