Direct Support Professional (DSP)/ Weekday/Weekend Counselor (FT)

Location 9075 COMPRINT CT,Gaithersburg, MD, 20877,United States Base Pay $23.29 / Hour Job Category Direct Support, Full-Time, Counselor Required Degree High school Manage Others No Community Support Services, Inc. (CSS) is a non-profit organization based in Gaithersburg, MD. CSS is committed to providing inclusive and innovative community-based services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in their pursuit of individually chosen life goals to live, work, learn, interact with others, and recreate in their community. We are seeking employees that are passionate and caring to provide direct support to adults and children with intellectual developmental disabilities. Paid on the job training provided! If you are passionate about helping individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities, this may be the position for you. Community Support Services (CSS) caters to the upper Montgomery County area. We are seeking dedicated, caring employees to support individuals with autism in learning skills to allow them to live more independently in addition to providing some selfcare. You will work closely with nurses and psychologists to implement plans to teach individuals more independence and safe ways to achieve their goals. Required Training / Professional Certifications Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent Completion and demonstration of techniques taught in the MANDT, CPR & First Aid training's, other training's as required by CSS which are provided in orientation. Successfully complete annual re-certification of the MANDT. Recommended to have a valid driver’s license and a driving record free of any moving violations for the past two (2) years. Physical Requirements Employee must be able to effectively use non-adverse physical intervention strategies with individuals with autism of varying heights, weights and levels of physical strength according to the guidelines presented in MANDT training. Location In-person $23.29 is the rate after all training and compliance has been completed. The starting rate is $ 22.16 for this position until training is complete. Summary CSS is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit charitable organization which provides services and support to children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities residing within Montgomery County, Maryland. CSS was founded in 1994 and began its mission by working collaboratively with individuals, families, and other lead agencies to design and implement new models of service. CSS provides residential services in 70 homes in upper Montgomery County, where two individuals reside in each home with one or two support staff providing care and supervision . Additionally, day support services including vocational training and education are provided in our main center, family homes, and in the local Montgomery County community. Benefits Comprehensive Health Insurance: Coverage that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance. (Individual and Family plans offered) Vacation, Personal and Sick Leave Retirement Savings Plan 403(b) Short/Long Term Disability - 100% company-paid Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer CSS is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr DeKalb Health