Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional Position overview: The Direct Support Professional provides adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities with the services and supports they need to live a fulfilling and meaningful life in the community. They supervise, teach, and support residents, facilitate daily activities, assist with crisis interventions, and provide emergency CPR and First Aid as necessary. Location: Adelphi, MD. Schedule: Sunday – Wednesday overnight 11pm‑9am (40 hours per week). Full-time benefits. Pay rate: $21.12 per hour. Essential Functions & Responsibilities Provide supervision and protective support to assigned individuals 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 each person’s plan of care. Assist with planning and implementing daily activities to meet person‑centered choices and identified learning and educational needs. Education, Experience, License/Certification HS Diploma or GED. At least one year of experience working with individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities as a service provider or family member. Valid driver’s license preferred. CPR & First Aid certification. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr National Children