What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Personal Support Professional needed in La Plata, MD position at Choice and Control Inc.?
A young woman in La Plata, MD is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and professional Personal Support Professional to provide individualized support to a woman in La Plata, Maryland. This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about empowering individuals with disabilities to live as independently as possible while providing respectful, person-centered care in a safe and supportive home environment.
The individual enjoys playing video games and follows a late-night schedule, making this an excellent opportunity for candidates who are comfortable working evening and overnight hours. The successful candidate will build a positive, trusting relationship while assisting with daily routines and promoting independence, choice, and community inclusion.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assist with activities of daily living and evening routines
- Provide support with personal care tasks
- Help her access food and drinks as needed during late-night gaming sessions
- Assist with settling into bed comfortably at the end of the night
- Keep her living area tidy, organized, and arranged to her preference
- Provide respectful, person-centered support
- Maintain safety, comfort, and dignity at all times
- Communicate professionally with the support team as needed
Requirements
- Compassionate, patient, and respectful demeanor
- Ability to work late-night hours from 9:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
- Availability to work Sunday-Saturday
- Flexible evening/night availability
- Willing to assist the employer with taking care of the cats
- Ability to commute to La Plata, MD 20646
- Ability to pass a background check
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- CPR and First Aid certification
- Experience supporting individuals with activities of daily living
Benefits
- Training cost reimbursement, if applicable
- PTO reimbursement for full-time staff, if eligible
- Health benefits reimbursement for full-time staff, if eligible
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to pass a background check?
- Are you able to commute to La Plata, MD?
- Are you available to work from 9:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.?
- Do you have experience providing personal care, caregiving, or direct support services?
- Do you like cats? (The employer has 8)
- Do you have reliable transportation?
- Are you comfortable assisting with activities of daily living and personal care tasks?
- Do you have CPR and First Aid certification?
- Are you comfortable working in a home with eight cats?
- What nights are you available to work?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25