Catholic Charities of Baltimore is currently seeking a Direct Support Professional within Gallagher Services.
Schedule: Friday & Saturday: 11pm - 7am
Core Responsibilities:
Provides hands-on assistance in the home including; individualized supports in transferring, bathing and grooming, and following specific dining protocols and treatments.
Assists with and teaches skills in laundry, meal preparation, and other household chores.
Assists with doctors’ appointments, emergency room, and hospital visits, and contacts on-call nursing appropriately while following HIPPA and maintaining confidentiality at all times
Administers medications according to policies and procedures of Medication Technician Training Program/Certified Medication Technician (MTTP/CMT) curriculum, and applicable regulations.
Assists all persons in being actively involved in their daily activities to achieve greater independence using person-centered planning and self-determination.
Maintains the home and Agency vehicles through seasonal maintenance, routine cleaning, and the immediate reporting of issues or concerns.
Attends and participates in all required events, workshops, trainings and meetings.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Requirements:
High School Diploma
A Valid Maryland Driver's License with a driving record showing no more than 3 points
Medication Certification by an approved DDA course must be obtained within three months of hire
One year experience in ID/DD or related field preferred
Catholic Charities offers a competitive salary and benefits program.
Catholic Charities’ policy requires employees in this position to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, which includes a process for requesting exemption.
Join Catholic Charities of Baltimore where you will be an important member of a trauma-informed care organization that promotes a culture of safety, empowerment, healing and self-care, and that believes that every person has infinite worth and promise.
Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer