What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Direct Support Professional - Supported Living position at Anchor Home?
Anchor Home is looking for you to join our team as a Direct Support Professional and be the difference in someone's life! As a Direct Support Professional, you will have the opportunity to provide essential support and care to adults with developmental disabilities, empowering them to live fulfilling lives. This role is not only rewarding but also offers valuable experience and skills development for your future.
Anchor Home is a dynamic fast-growing human services organization in Baltimore, Maryland dedicated to delivering best-in-class services and experiences to individuals living with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Anchor Home prides itself on providing exceptional person-centered services designed around the people we serve.
Our programs include Residential Services, Community Development Services, Supported Living and Personal Supports. The DSP will be primarily responsible for providing daily care to adults with intellectual and development disabilities. Our employees assist the individuals in accomplishing the following; independent living skills, planning activities in the home and community, and providing appropriate physical and emotional care to individuals to promote growth and development.
Timeslot:
- Monday - Friday (3pm-11pm)
Responsibilities Include:
1. Assist the Delegating Nurse in prioritizing client’s needs and responding appropriately to those needs.
2. Follow the Plan of Care as written by the Delegating Nurse.
3. Perform all procedures safely.
4. Documents actions and client response to care provided.
5. Actively listen to any concerns expressed by the client.
6. Maintain client’s comfort and well-being.
Qualifications:
1. High School Diploma/GED or College Degree
2. Reliable Transportation
3. Active Certifications/Licenses: CMT License, First Aid/CPR
4. Motivated and passionate to work with clients that have intellectual/developmental disabilities.
5. Experience with behavioral plans is preferred but not required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Every weekend
- Weekends only
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19
