Direct Support Professional

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional role is based in Prince Frederick, MD, serving Charles, Calvert, and St. Mary’s counties. The position is full-time and pays $20 per hour. The Arc Southern Chesapeake creates opportunities for independence and personal success for people with differing abilities in inclusive communities. The professional provides hands-on support that helps individuals build daily living skills, pursue personal goals, access community activities, and develop relationships. The role supports greater self-sufficiency and advocacy in residential and community settings.

What you'll do

• Assist with personal care and daily living skills, including hygiene, meals, toileting, and transfers
• teach skills based on individuals’ strengths and personal goals
• support household tasks such as meal preparation, laundry, and cleaning
• help individuals access community activities and transportation, including appointments and recreation
• assist with or dispense medication and prescribed treatments as necessary
• support self-advocacy or connect individuals with advocates.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct support professional

full-time

disability support

personal care

daily living skills

community inclusion

residential support

prince frederick md

the arc of southern maryland

$20/hour

transportation support

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible employees and family members
• 403(b) with company matching contribution
• paid time off that increases with tenure
• tuition reimbursement
• referral bonus program.

Why this role

Requires age 18 or older, a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, a qualifying driving record, and a reliable vehicle for transporting individuals served. The role requires initial and ongoing training and may involve lifting or transferring up to 50 pounds.

About the employer

The Arc Of Southern Maryland is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.