About this role
PT/ Every Other 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:
EVERY OTHER WEEKEND
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.)
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