Direct Support Professional-PS (Rockville)
Company: The Arc Montgomery County
Location: Derwood
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Schedule Monday: OFF Tuesday: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Wednesday: OFF
Thursday: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Friday: OFF Saturday: OFF Sunday: OFF
For a limited time, all new hires are eligible for benchmark
incentive payments totaling up to $1000.00! Please visit the
Employee Benefits page on our website for more details. The Arc
Montgomery County's Inclusive Living Services—Personal Supports has
a vacancy for a Part Time Direct Support Professional who will be
responsible for providing support, guidance, and supervision to the
people being supported who are living in their own
homes/apartments. Typical support is provided to the people we
support based on their service funding plan and individual plan.
Depending on each individual’s needs, maximizing life skills while
promoting community inclusion may require different levels of
support. Customized personal support makes it possible for adults
with disabilities to live independently or to remain in their
family home. The intensity of services provided range from drop-in
support of a few hours to hands-on supervision for several hours
each week. Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED
equivalency, or at least 18 years of age with one year of
experience. Valid US driver's license. Must pass a 6th grade math
and reading test in English as required by the Maryland Board of
Nurses. Effective verbal & written communication and computer
skills Ability to read and write fluently in English and have good
understanding of the English language Ability to assist people with
activities of daily living, including personal care Ability to lift
and carry up to 50 pounds with assistance Ability to withstand
prolonged of standing or walking and frequent bending, stooping,
reaching, pulling and pushing Pay Rate: $20.00-$21.01 per hour
depending on education and experience. EOE M/F/Vet/Disabled
Keywords: The Arc Montgomery County, Wheaton-Glenmont , Direct Support Professional-PS (Rockville), Healthcare , Derwood, Maryland
