About Us:

Step by Step In Home Care LLC creates opportunities for independence and personal success for people with differing abilities in inclusive communities of their choosing.

Job Summary:

Personal Support Staff is one who facilitates services and opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, work, and access their community by promoting independence, self-advocacy, and decision making. The PSP may work in a home, job site, or a community location based on the needs of those supported. This position can be both part-time and full-time. Hours can vary depending on the needs of the person(s) supported.

Essential duties include:

• Assist individuals with personal care and daily living skills (e.g., personal hygiene, health, toileting, eating, lifting/transfer)
• Job Coaching - Assisting individuals at work
• Teaching Skills that build on individuals strengths and capabilities through establishing and accomplishing personal driven goals
• Assist individuals with daily living and household management (e.g., meal prep, laundry, cleaning, decorating)
• Assist individuals with becoming active in the community of their choice, this may include, transportation needs (banking, medical appointments, social or recreational settings), developing relationships with in the community to build friendships and resources
• Assisting with or dispensing medication or other prescribed medical treatments as necessary.
• Assist individuals to act as their own Advocate or connect individuals with advocates when there are barriers to his or her service needs.

You are a good fit if you have the following experience, education, and skills:

• 18 years of age with a High school diploma or GED equivalent
• A valid driving license with a good driving record and a safe vehicle for transporting people receiving services.
• Knowledge in computer-based software such as MS Word, Outlook, & Excel
• A passion to care for others

Special Conditions of Employment:

• Attends, completes and passes all required training, initially and ongoing.
• Complies with all agency guidelines, procedures, and practices.
• The employee is occasionally required to assist with lifting/transferring

Step by Step In Home CareLLC is a drug-free employer. All offers of employment will be contingent on a successful background check. Step by Step In Home Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.50 - $18.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• On call
• Rotating weekends

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification & First Aid (Preferred)
• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Gaithersburg, MD: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road