FT Direct Support Professional-Support Services- Carroll County

  FT/ Weekday- Direct Support Professional (DSP) Support Services Carroll County Rate of Pay $22/hr  FLSA Status- Non-exempt   We are seeking a Full-Time Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide hands-on care to an individual with intellectual and other developmental disabilities. Personal Support Services professionals assist individuals and families living in their personal home. Support needed for a woman who would like to work on being active in her community and working on skills at home.    This position is: 39.5 hours per week (working 1:1 with a female) The schedule is subject to flexibility due to the needs of the individuals supported.     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.) Some assistance with personal care needed Other duties as assigned   Benefits include: Health/ Vision/ Dental/ Life insurance plans 401 (K) Retirement Plan Sick and Vacation time Short and Long-term disability plans Paid Holidays Paid trainings, including CPR/First Aid and opportunities to obtain Med Tech Certification Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP)    Qualifications: High school diploma or G.E.D preferred Must be at least 20 years of age Must have at least 2 years of driving experience Current driver’s license (not provisional) with less than 3 points on driving record Requires use of personal cell phone for mobile documentation and time keeping Must have personal vehicle to transport participants to community outing Some lifting and transferring may be required