Business: Humanim

Location: Columbia

PART TIME • PERMANENT

Business Product/Service: Human Services

Business Address:
6355 Woodside Court
Columbia, Maryland 21046

Phone: (443) 518-9738

Contact Name: Jessica Girod
Title: Talent Acquisition Coordinator
Email: jgirod@humanim.org
Website: https://humanim.org/careers/

Job Description

Reporting to the Program Manager, the Direct Support Professional is responsible for assisting individuals with disabilities to learn, grow and become more independent. The position supports individuals with developmental disabilities to have a quality of life and promotes health, safety, and well-being. Serving as an advocate in communicating individuals’ needs and goals the main duties include helping individuals complete basic housekeeping tasks, transporting them to appointments or other social outings, and helping individuals to implement the safety precautions learned in their respective environments. The Direct Support Professional supports individuals with developmental disabilities to have a quality of life. To promote the health, safety and well-being of individuals. A Direct Support Professional serves as an advocate for individuals in communicating their needs and goals.

Humanim offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including:

Paid time off
Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
Education/Tuition reimbursement
Employer Paid STD
Employee Assistance Program and more…

Job Requirements

Desire and drive to make an impact
Must be 18 or older
Have a high school diploma or GED
Have a valid driver’s license (with fewer than 5 points) and access to a personal vehicle
Background Check and Drug Screening required.

Ideal candidates will have:

Foundational beliefs of Person-Centered Practices and Community Inclusion
Passion to make a difference
Excitement and creativity in coming up with program activities

Other Job Requirements
Driver’s License, Driver’s Record Check, H.S. Diploma/GED, Drug Test Required, Background Check

Wages per hour: 17.00
Number of openings: 5
Overtime: YES
Benefits: YES

Days of Work:
MONDAY Depends on clients’ need and Direct Support Professional’s availability  TUESDAY Depends on clients’ need and Direct Support Professional’s availability  WEDNESDAY Depends on clients’ need and Direct Support Professional’s availability  THURSDAY Depends on clients’ need and Direct Support Professional’s availability  FRIDAY Depends on clients’ need and Direct Support Professional’s availability  SATURDAY Depends on clients’ need and Direct Support Professional’s availability  SUNDAY Depends on clients’ need and Direct Support Professional’s availability
Shift: Days/hours worked depends on our clients’ needs and the Direct Support Professional’s availability. We finalized a consistent schedule with the Direct Support Professional that works well for them prior to an offer being extended.

How to Apply: https://secure4.saashr.com/ta/6012624.careers?ApplyToJob=587497348
Willing to Train: YES
Experience Required: NO
Experience in Months:
Minimum Age: 18 & over
Closing Date: 07/11/2023