We are hiring for Direct Support Professionals

We are looking for positive, caring and compassionate people to support adults and children in Montgomery County, in a residential / Group Home setting.

The Certified Medication Technician will be supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Benefits

• Excellent Pay
• Flexible Scheduling
• Free Continuing Education
• 24 / Office Support
• Remote Interview Process
• Weekly Pay
• Weekend Differentials

Duties May Include :

• Providing assistance to the adults / children within the day program in such areas as feeding, toileting and elimination, nutritional intake physical care, and daily activities.
• Administer medication and document it properly on the Medication Administration Records.
• Monitor the person being supported to ensure safety in all aspects of their lives (medical, health, behavioral)
• Assist the client with ambulation, transfers and / or range of motion exercises.
• Promote a safe client environment.
• Utilizes infection control measures such as hand washing and personal protective equipment.
• Observes and reports safety hazards and changes in resident condition to Supervisor.
• Accompanying residents to outings / doctors appointments
• Documents observations and activities in an accurate, complete and timely manner.
• May have access to personal health information ( PHI ) necessary to fulfill the above duties and responsibilities.

Access to use and ability to disclose PHI is further defined by each organization / department.

Must Have :

• Direct Support Certified Training (DSP)
• Valid Certified Medication Technician in State of Maryland.
• Mandt Training (Preventing, De-escalating, Intervening).
• DDA Training
• Up to dated CPR / First Aid.
• Fully vaccinated for COVID-19.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent education / experience.
• Excellent oral and communication skills.
• Computer Savvy (experience with using computers for documenting / data).
• Must be able to lift 50-100 pounds and be capable of kneeling on the floor to aid consumers.

Job Type : Full-time

Full-time

Experience :

• DSP : 1 year (Preferred)
• CMT : 1 year

License / Certification :

• MANDT Training Certificate (Preferred)
• CMT In Maryland (Required)

Salary : $16.00 - $16.50 per hour

Last updated : 2024-05-13