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Direct Support Professional DSP Monday-Friday 230 PM-1000 PM

HOUSING ADVOCACY VOCATIONAL AND EMP
  • Gaithersburg, MD, US
  • Posted 7h ago

Job description

About the Role

HAVE Support, Inc. is seeking a dependable and compassionate Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Gaithersburg, MD.

This position is scheduled Monday–Friday, 2:30 PM–10:00 PM and includes hands-on support in the home and community.

The DSP will help participants build independence, complete daily routines, participate in household responsibilities, and engage in meaningful community activities.

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
  • Assist with personal care, hygiene, meals, and other daily living needs
  • Support participants with daily household chores, including cleaning, laundry, organizing personal spaces, and maintaining a safe home environment
  • Encourage participants to complete tasks as independently as possible
  • Plan and participate in daily community outings and activities
  • Help participants choose activities based on their interests, goals, and preferences
  • Transport and accompany participants to community activities, appointments, shopping, recreation, and other outings
  • Encourage community involvement, social interaction, skill-building, and independence
  • Follow participant PCPs, Behavior Support Plans, Nursing Care Plans, and other individualized support plans
  • Administer medications as assigned and follow health and safety requirements
  • Complete required documentation accurately and on time
  • Monitor participant health, safety, behavior, and general well-being
  • Communicate concerns and important updates to supervisors and appropriate team members
  • Maintain a respectful, supportive, and person-centered environment
Community Activities

Community participation is an important part of this position.

DSPs are expected to help participants engage in meaningful activities such as:

  • Parks and recreation
  • Libraries
  • Shopping
  • Restaurants and cafés
  • Museums and community events
  • Fitness and recreational activities
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Social activities
  • Participant-preferred outings
DSPs should actively help plan outings, prepare participants for activities, provide transportation when assigned, and support safe participation in the community.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Prior DSP, caregiving, residential, behavioral health, or human-services experience preferred
  • Valid driver's license
  • Reliable transportation
  • Ability and willingness to transport participants as assigned
  • Ability to pass required background screening
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Dependable and able to maintain a consistent work schedule
  • Comfortable supporting participants with personal care and household responsibilities
  • Willingness to complete required CPR/First Aid, medication, and DDA-related training
  • Ability to follow written support plans and document services accurately
  • Commitment to person-centered support, participant choice, dignity, and independence
Schedule

Monday–Friday
2:30 PM–10:00 PM

Regular attendance and reliability are essential for this position.

About HAVE Support

HAVE Support, Inc. is a Maryland Developmental Disabilities Administration provider supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through residential, meaningful day, behavioral, nursing, personal support, respite, transportation, and other community-based services.

Our goal is to help every participant live a more independent, connected, and meaningful life.

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