Direct Support Professional Female (Evenings-Berwyn Heights, MD) at National Children's Center

Washington, District of Columbia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Jan, 26

Salary

21.12

Posted On

13 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Direct Support, Supervision, Crisis Intervention, Meal Preparation, Community Engagement, CPR, First Aid, Teaching, Support Services, Public Transportation, Chores, Shopping, Planning Activities, Developmental Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Help Make a Difference in Someone's Life National Children’s Center, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that is one of the region’s largest non-governmental providers of services for people with developmental disabilities, offering an array of services to children and adults in the Washington metropolitan area. Our mission is to provide a lifetime of opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Direct Support Professional (Female) provides adults with IDD the services and supports they need to live a fulfilling and meaningful life in the community. You will be responsible for the support, teaching and supervision of all people residing in your assigned location. You are a member of the person’s circle of support, providing opportunities for people to grow and learn new skills and make connections to their community and realize their dreams. Depending on the needs of each person, you will support people to do everyday tasks, including meal prep and planning, chores, shopping, using public transportation and much more. In addition, you are responsible for intervening and resolving crisis situations and providing emergency CPR and First Aid if required. SCHEDULE: Sunday 9am-11pm, Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 3pm-11pm (38 hours/week) ** New pay rate $21.12 per hour ** LOCATON - Berwyn Heights, MD COVID-19 - you are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 prior to your first day of work ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES * Provide supervision and protective support of assigned people throughout scheduled shift to ensure their well-being, growth and development * Maintain ongoing knowledge and understanding of established levels of support and supervision requirements under the person's plan of care * Assist with the planning and implementation of daily activities to meet person-centered choices, and identified learning and educational needs * Perform other duties as assigned EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSE/CERTIFICATION * HS Diploma or GED * One (1) year experience working with individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities as a service provider or family member * Valid drivers license preferred * CPR & First Aid NCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Responsibilities

The Direct Support Professional provides support, teaching, and supervision to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include assisting with daily tasks and intervening in crisis situations as needed.