Direct Support Professional (Baltimore)

Overview

The Direct Support Professional / Community Development Specialist will be responsible for providing direct training and support for individuals in the areas of personal supports, community engagement, and job-related skills. This staff member will spend the majority of their day providing support in the community to foster independence to individuals with disabilities in the areas of employment, volunteer opportunities, life and leisure. This position will require travel in and around the greater Baltimore/Washington metropolitan area.

Responsibilities

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess, upon hire, documented First Aid Certification. This certification must be maintained and additional training will be coordinated by the department.
• Must obtain documented cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and MANDT certifications within the first 30 days of employment. These certifications must be maintained and will be coordinated by the department.
• Must obtain and pass all Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) required training within the first 90 days of employment. These trainings must be repeated to maintain appropriate credentials on a regular basis and will be coordinated by the department.
• Must have proficiency in collaborating with a variety of professional teams, including mental health, medical, related services, educational planning, and career planning teams.
• Must possess and maintain valid, unrestricted driver’s license and clean driving record under 5 points.
• Must have a clean, reliable vehicle and active auto insurance.

EDUCATION:

• High School diploma, certificate of completion, or GED required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education, Human Services, or related field preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

At least one year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred.

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