Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Frederick County

MedSource Community Services, Inc. is a DDA Provider of Residential Services. We are currently accepting resumes for DSPs to work in our Frederick County homes. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements:

• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Availability to work 7 days consecutively from Wednesday to Wednesday (live in type situation one week on, one week off)
• Must be comfortable with computers and your cell phone, as software interaction is required
• Must be willing to drive medical transport vans
• Must pass a background check in accordance with CMS and State of Maryland rules

Preferred:

• Accredited Bachelor’s degree or 5 years of related work experience
• Associate’s degree with related work experience
• First aid/CPR and CMT

Responsibilities Include:

• Administer medication and monitor the individual’s physical health, as outlined in the Medication Administration Training program
• Responsible for the personal care of the individuals served
• Maintain the individual’s home in a clean, safe, and home-like environment as stated in DDA Regulations
• Schedule health visits with health care providers, as outlined in the IP, and as individual needs arise
• Responsible for maintaining individual and household budgets
• Provide community integration/leisure activities in accordance with the individual’s IP
• Facilitate the development and monitoring of personal relationships

MedSource Community Services, Inc. is a private non-profit Provider of the highest quality health and human services. We design supports through Person-Centered Plans, which promote personal growth, opportunities for increased independence, and the development of relationships. Our supports enhance dignity, rights, safety, health choices, community membership, and economic security.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $51,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance