Passionate Direct Support Professional Wanted! Day Program Counselors

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities? Join our team at Rock Creek where passion drives everything we do!

About Us: 

At Rock Creek, we believe in empowering individuals to live fulfilling and independent lives. We provide comprehensive support services to individuals with developmental disabilities, fostering their growth, independence, and happiness.

Your Mission: 

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Rock Creek you'll be at the heart of our mission. You'll have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of our clients every single day. From assisting with daily living activities to providing emotional support and encouragement, you'll play a vital role in helping our clients achieve their goals and dreams.

Why Join Us

• Make a Difference: Experience the joy of knowing that your work directly improves the lives of others.
• Rewarding Work: Be part of a supportive team environment where your contributions are valued and recognized.
• Personal Growth: Receive ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible scheduling options that allow you to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Passionate Community: Join a passionate community of like-minded individuals who are dedicated to making a positive impact in the world.
  
  

Qualifications

• Compassionate and caring nature
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities (preferred).
• Ability to pass background check and FBI fingerprinting.
  
  

What We Offer

At The Rock Creek Foundation, you’re not just an employee — you’re a valued change agent. Here’s what you can expect:

• Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
• Hourly Rate Range: $20.00- $20.50
• Competitive benefits package including a 403(b) with company match.
• Opportunities for career growth, training and professional development, flexible work schedules and shifts
• Tuition assistance
• Company-wide wellness program
• The rare opportunity to make a difference in the very community that you call home
• $1000.00 sign on bonuses! Bonuses are payable in two installments($500.00 with first paycheck, and $500.00 after satisfactory completion of six-month probationary period).
  
  

What We Require

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle for work purposes
• High School Diploma (or equivalent) and a minimum of two (2) years’ experience working with adults diagnosed with varying mental health and intellectual disabilities.
• Knowledge of Internet and Microsoft Office software
• Must be able to work with “high-risk” consumers who have developmental and physical disabilities. We expect all staff to have a strong desire to provide excellent customer service; to comply with the rules and regulations of those organizations to which we are accountable; to have high ethical and professional standards of conduct; and to have an attitude of wanting to continuously improve their own professional performance
  
  

We understand that no candidate is perfectly qualified for any job, and we believe that diversity of background and experience makes for better problem-solving and collaboration, which is why we are dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. Even more important than your resume is a positive attitude, a passion for making an impact, a personal desire to grow, and the ability to help individuals heal, recover, and thrive.

Disclaimers

Rock Creek Foundation aspires to create an organization that places value on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and inclusivity. To achieve this success, it is essential that all members of our organization feel secure, welcomed, and respected. All members of our organization have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Rock Creek Foundation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Rock Creek Foundation participates in E-Verify. http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf

Schedule: M-F 830a to 430p