Residential Program, Westminster, MD Direct Support Professional (30hr/week)

Location: Westminster, MD
30 Hours Per Week | Evening & Weekend Schedule
Pay Rate: $19.68/hour + $2.00 Weekend Differential

Benefits Eligible: Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Looking for meaningful work where you can build relationships, support independence, and truly impact lives? Join The Arc Carroll County as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in our Community Living Department!

At The Arc Carroll County, we support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living fulfilling, self-directed lives. We are looking for compassionate, dependable team members who value respect, inclusion, and helping others succeed.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Competitive starting pay at $19.68/hour
• Additional $2.00/hour weekend differential
• Consistent schedule
• Small residential home setting with a supportive team environment
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development
• Rewarding work where you can see the impact you make every day

Available Schedules:

House 2:

Saturday 9a-11p

Sunday- Monday (Awake overnight) 10:00p-9:00a

Thursday 3:00p-8:00p

What You’ll Do

As a DSP, you’ll provide hands-on support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential home setting. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with daily living skills and personal goals
• Supporting cooking, laundry, and household tasks
• Providing personal care assistance
• Administering medications
• Transporting residents to activities and appointments
• Encouraging independence, community involvement, and meaningful experiences

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan available immediately upon hire
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• Credit Union membership eligibility
• Paid training and certifications
• Participation in DSP Certification Program with annual cash bonuses
• A positive team culture and rewarding work environment

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license with no more than 2 current points
• Computer skills and ability to learn new systems
• Ability to pass drug screening and criminal background check
• Willingness to complete all required trainings including DDA trainings, CPR, First Aid, and Medication Certification

Physical Requirements:

This position involves assisting individuals with mobility and personal care needs and requires the ability to:

• Lift and assist with transfers
• Stand, bend, push, pull, and reposition individuals as needed
• Safely assist with wheelchairs, lifts, and transportation supports

Join a Team That Changes Lives If you are compassionate, dependable, and ready for a meaningful career where every day matters, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and start making a difference with The Arc Carroll County!

Compensation details: 19.68-19.68 Hourly Wage

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