Summary
This is an exciting time to join Providence Center and be a part of our transformation! Direct Support Professionals (DSP) encourage people to experience various activities in community based locations and to also explore all that is available in Anne Arundel County. Direct support professionals "are the foundation of our work" sharing their passions and talents while providing person-centered supports enabling people to live, work, and enjoy life as independently as possible in their community.
Our Values:
Person-first - Every step is driven by the person and unique to the person.
Community - Is meant for every person.
Relationships - Real connections, real experiences, real expectations.
Accountability - Doing the right things for the right reasons; every day.
Pay scale: $15.25- $15.93 per hour (based upon experience)
Job Type: Full-time (30-40 hours per week)
Qualifications:
Must be at least 18 years old
Valid driver's license ; NOT provisional
Ability/willingness to transport people in personal and/or company vehicle
High school diploma/GED
Computer skills
Responsibilities:
- Participate in the development and implementation of Individual Plan (IP), personal plan or an alternative framework or individual teaching plan.
- Assists people supported to meet physical (e.g., health, grooming, toileting, eating) and personal management needs (e.g., human development, human sexuality), by teaching skills, providing supports, and building on individual strengths and capabilities that will lead to increased independence.
- Contribute as a part of a PCI team, building companionship and community, facilitating supports, developing activities that have value to the person.
- Explores vocational interests and aptitudes, assists in preparing for job or school entry, and reviews opportunities for continued career growth.
- Educates people receiving supports, co-workers and community members about issues by providing information and support.
Benefits for Full-Time Employees (30 to 40 hours per week)
Medical (company contribution 65%-95% toward cost of coverage; plans starting as low as $18 monthly!)
Dental (company contribution 40%-43% toward cost of plans)
Vision (company contribution 32% towards cost of all plans)
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability (company paid)
Term life insurance and AD&D up to 10k (company paid)
Optional Life and AD&D plans
401k (5% company match)
Tuition Assistance Program
Career Paths
Mileage Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
Inclement Weather Pay
Pet Discounts/Insurance
A full job description is available upon request.