Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional

Information

• Pay Range Grade 20.31 - 35.56 H200
• Hiring Pay Range 20.31 - 21.33
• Other Compensation Offered Overtime Compensatory Time
• Employment Type Part-Time
• Organization Citizen Services - Aging & Disabilities
• Location Westminster Senior and Community Center
• Reports to Program Manager Senior Inclusion Program
• Classification Non-Exempt 41178
• Who We AreAt Carroll County Government we look for people who are eager to engage in meaningful work that positively impacts our community. As public servants our sense of purpose and motivation to work hard starts with the value we place on relationships with coworkers community partners and those we serve. We strive to build collaborative and passionate teams with opportunities to learn and explore new possibilities in a welcoming workplace. As a team we are committed inspired and connected to make a difference in the community.  What You Will DoAs a Direct Support Professional you will provide person-centered support to older adults with intellectual disabilities to find meaningful ways to make connections within the local community. Your day to day will include providing assistance to participants with planning and participating in daily activities of their choosing while monitoring and documenting the participants progress. Essential Duties
• Support Senior Inclusion Program participants in finding activities of their choice in an integrated setting such as Senior Centers and within the local community.
• Provide support to older adults with intellectual disabilities while adhering to protocols identified in all related support plans.
• Provide personal assistance when necessary including assisting with personal hygiene lifting and transferring as identified in the Nursing Care Plans.
• Assist in planning and delivering activities for older adults with intellectual disabilities. Document participants&rsquo progress and attendance.
• Transport participants using County vehicles to various locations within the community. Secure participants safely in a vehicle as needed.
• Position participants on a Hoyer lift as needed.
• Communicate with verbally and intellectually challenged participants.
• Attend planning meetings in-service training conferences and workshops.
• Follow all established safety rules and regulations. Maintain a clean orderly and safe work environment.
• Complete assigned work in a timely fashion. Accept feedback.
• Demonstrate an ability to collaborate and a willingness to learn. Participate in a supportive work environment.
• Exhibit integrity ethics and fiscal responsibility.
• How You Will SucceedYour Skills
• Microsoft Office Suite Introductory
• Group Activities Introductory
• Your Strengths
• Service Excellence
• Decision Making
• Collaborating with Others
• Digital Literacy
• Continuous Learning
• Emotional Intelligence
• Fostering Communication
• Planning and Organizing
• Safety Focus
• You Might Be a Good Fit IfEducation and Experience
• High school diploma or general education diploma GED
• Up to one year of related experience
• A comparable amount of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirement.
• Required Licenses and Certifications
• Valid drivers license
• CPR AED First Aid and Blood Borne Pathogen certification or must obtain within 3 months of employment
• Maryland Medication Technician Certification or must obtain within 6 months of employment
• Department of Transportation DOT physical card or must obtain within 6 months of employment
• Successfully complete all employer-provided state mandated training within 3 months of employment
• Additional Information
• Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.
• Must meet Carroll County Risk Management driver eligibility requirements
• Working Conditions
• Must wear appropriate PPE as required.
• Occasionally assist older intellectually and physically disabled adults with ambulation or standing from a sitting position.
• Frequent physical activity standingwalking pushingpulling bending reaching lifting and carrying climbing steps squatting stooping and related activities may occasionally lift over 50 lbs.
• Occasional exposure to potentially adverse environmental conditions including but not limited to chemicals noise and airborne particles.
• Why You Will Love Working HereAll the Benefits You NeedCarroll County Government is dedicated to fostering a culture focused on the total well-being of our employees. For eligible employees this includes
• Generous paid time off
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Flexible schedules and remote options when applicable
• Comprehensive no deductible medical plans including prescription and vision coverage low-cost dental plan and County paid basic life insurance.
• Pension 401k and 457 Retirement Accounts
• Up to 9000 in Tuition Assistance per fiscal year
• Find out more here Carroll County Government | Carroll County Maryland carrollcountymd.govCarroll County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The County Commissioners of Carroll County recognize the rights of all people including County employees to equal opportunity. Discrimination against County employees on the basis of race color religion age gender national origin sexual orientation marital status physical or mental disability is strictly prohibited. The Americans with Disabilities Act Titles I and II applies to County government employment. If you have questions suggestions or complaints please contact Kristy L. Bixler Director Human Resources and Carroll County Government Americans with Disabilities Coordinator for Employment at the Department of Human Resources 410-386-2129 or Md. Relay 711800-735-2258. The mailing address is 225 North Center Street Westminster Maryland 21157.Questions or need assistance Please contact us at careerscarrollcountymd.gov via telephone at 410-386-2129 or stop by our office at 225 N. Center Street Room 100 Westminster MD 21157 during normal business hours. Disclaimer This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties responsibilities or aspects of the job described and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.