Direct Support Professionals - Adult Residential

The Arc of Washington County

  • Hagerstown, Maryland
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    Current openings are in homes with behavioral or medical support needs, so we’re looking for candidates with previous IDD experience and behavioral management experience within IDD communities or similar settings. Join The Arc of Washington County and help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities live more independent, happy, and empowered lives.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationHagerstown, Maryland
    Websitehttps://www.arcwc-md.org

    Description

    Now Hiring: Direct Support Professional – Adult Residential
    Location: Hagerstown, MD
    Pay Rate: Starting at $19.00/hour (higher based on experience)
    Available Schedules: Part-Time Evenings (2–11 PM), Part-Time Overnights (10 PM–9 AM), Full-Time Evenings (2–11 PM), Part/Full-Time Weekend Shifts
    Work Setting: Residential homes

    Make a Real Difference Every Day!

    Join The Arc of Washington County and help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities live more independent, happy, and empowered lives. Current openings are in homes with behavioral or medical support needs, so we’re looking for candidates with previous IDD experience and behavioral management experience within IDD communities or similar settings.

    What You’ll Do

    • Support personal care: bathing, grooming, dressing

    • Prepare meals and encourage healthy eating

    • Keep homes safe and clean (light housekeeping)

    • Administer medications (training provided)

    • Lead outings and activities

    • Encourage independence and life skills

    • Provide behavioral support safely

    • Be a consistent, positive presence

    Who We’re Looking For

    ️ 18 or older
    ️ Previous IDD experience and behavioral management experience within IDD communities or similar settings
    ️ Valid U.S. driver’s license 2 years (permit excluded)
    ️ Pass background check, drug screen, physical, ergonomic assessments
    ️ Can attend 3 weeks + 2 days paid New Hire Training (M–F, 8:30–5)
    ️ Caring, dependable, ready to grow

    Perks & Benefits

    • Health, dental & supplemental insurance (shared cost)

    • Company-paid life insurance & short-term disability

    • 403(b) retirement plan with company match

    • 14 days PTO + 7 paid holidays

    • Cash out unused time

    • Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000/year)

    • Casual dress code & staff events

    • Ongoing support, training, and career growth

    • DSP Certification Bonus Program: earn $1,500–$2,000 per certification level in Year 1 (up to $5,250 total) + annual bonuses

    Ready to Be the Difference?

    Apply now and join a team where your work changes lives every day.

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