What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional - Stepping Stones position at The Arc of Washington County - MD?
Remote Status: On-Site
Now Hiring: Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Stepping Stones Program — Hagerstown, MD
Location: Hagerstown, MD
Pay Rate: $19.25 per hour
Schedule: Monday - Friday: 3:30pm - 9:30pm, weekends as needed. Full-time
Work Setting: On-site, community, and 1:1 in-home settings
A Role That Makes a Real Difference
This role is to support youth ages between 8–21 years old with developmental disabilities in a variety of settings, reach their personal goals, develop skills and provide support when required. Types of support may include, but are not limited to; support in community settings, personal care (daily living), support with health and safety, social skills, fine motor skills, communication, job coaching and readiness, and support to reach outcomes and goals and other meaningful activities.
What You’ll Do
Earn $1,500–$2,000 per certification level — up to $5,250 in your first year.
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Now Hiring: Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Stepping Stones Program — Hagerstown, MD
Location: Hagerstown, MD
Pay Rate: $19.25 per hour
Schedule: Monday - Friday: 3:30pm - 9:30pm, weekends as needed. Full-time
Work Setting: On-site, community, and 1:1 in-home settings
A Role That Makes a Real Difference
This role is to support youth ages between 8–21 years old with developmental disabilities in a variety of settings, reach their personal goals, develop skills and provide support when required. Types of support may include, but are not limited to; support in community settings, personal care (daily living), support with health and safety, social skills, fine motor skills, communication, job coaching and readiness, and support to reach outcomes and goals and other meaningful activities.
What You’ll Do
- Provide 1:1 support for daily living & behavioral needs
- Build communication and social skills
- Promote independence at home and in the community
- Follow individualized plans and document progress
- Support positive and safe behavior strategies
- Are 21 with a HS diploma/GED
- Hold a valid U.S. driver’s license (2 years, good record)
- Have at least 1 year of experience supporting individuals with IDD
- Have documented experience with behavioral management
- Can lift 50 lbs and perform direct care tasks
- Can attend New Hire Training (2 weeks 2 days, Mon–Fri, 8:30–5:00)
- Can pass background check, drug screen, and physical
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred but not required
- Paid time off & holidays (prorated)
- Health & supplemental insurance options
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Casual dress code
- Appreciation events & mission-driven culture
Earn $1,500–$2,000 per certification level — up to $5,250 in your first year.
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Salary : $5,250