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Are you looking for an exciting career opportunity where you can make a lasting difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities? Look no further! We are thrilled to announce a rewarding position as a part-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) in our Community Living Department. Our Community Living Department focuses on creating inclusive and supportive residential environments where individuals can thrive and achieve their highest potential.

DSP RATE: $17.85/hour plus $2.00 per Hour Shift Differential for Weekend Shifts!

What you would do as a DSP in Community Living: You will support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their individual pursuit of a fulfilling life by working as part of a team in a small residential home setting. You will support residents with life skills and household tasks such as meal planning and preparation, laundry, and light housework; as well as assist with personal care, administer medications, and provide transportation as needed.

When you would work: We are interviewing DSP candidates to cover a wide variety of shifts throughout the week and weekends. Openings are evenings and weekends, with limited weekday shifts available as well. We have no awake overnight shifts available at this time.

Where you would work: A lovely residential home in Taneytown, MD or Westminster, MD.

DSP BENEFITS:

• 403(b) Retirement plan available to all employees immediately upon hire.
• Paid Sick Time for part-time and full-time positions.
• Employee Assistance and Wellness programs.
• Credit Union Membership.
• No experience necessary! We will train you, and you are paid for all trainings!
• DSP certification program available with potential for bonuses of $1000-$1,500 within your first year and each year you maintain your certification!

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

DSP 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 required: Including lifting a wheelchair and repositioning an individual.
• Ability to transfer individuals from a chair to vehicle, bed to chair. Ability to position individual on a sling or Hoyer lift. Ability to physically secure individual in a wheelchair to the van with tie-downs.

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