Direct Support Worker, Residential Assistance - Frederick, MD (24 hours/week, evenings and weekends)

Development and Intellectual Disabilities Services (DDA) at Sheppard Pratt offer programs devoted to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including residential programs that provide homes and person-centered supports. The Odyssey Residential Program provides single-family homes throughout the Frederick community to approved individuals. Pay rate: $18.50/hr.

Must be able to work the following schedule: Sunday: 8a-4p, Monday: 3p-11p, Tuesday: 3p-11p, Wednesday: OFF, Thursday: OFF, Friday: OFF, Saturday: OFF 

What to expect.

This is a direct care opportunity to facilitate client involvement in meaningful activities of daily life to support their overall mental health and wellbeing. With training and ongoing experience, you will exercise discretion and independent judgement with general supervision.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Facilitating client participation in therapeutic and social group activities by developing an understanding of what motivates them individually.


• Implementing individual client care plans to meet client needs and goals.

Providing transportation and attending clients’ medical appointments.

What you’ll get from us.

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:

• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation


• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions


• 403b retirement match


• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions


• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Generous mileage reimbursement program

What we need from you.

• High school diploma or GED. Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.


• Positively referenced relevant work, student, or volunteer experience.


• An active, non-provisional driver’s license with 3-points or less and access to an insured vehicle.

WHY SHEPPARD PRATT?
At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individual’s facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!

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