Direct Support Professional
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Overview
Compensation
$16-$17/hour
Job Description
Direct Support Professional (Independent Contractor) Payrate $17.00/HR
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Participate in the implementation of quality educational and recreational programming in these categories: fine and gross motor skills, cognition, community integration activities, life skills, and therapeutic recreation.
- Conduct scheduled activities according to program schedule and protocol
- Assist in developing topics and activities based on the interests of the participants
- Participate actively in the supervision of Medical Day program participants
- Participate actively as part of a multidisciplinary team that delivers services to Client
- Assist participants in the therapeutic pool and on trips as required
- Assist in ensuring all activity areas and supplies are kept in a clean and tidy manner.
- Meet with recreation staff as needed to plan and coordinate activities
- Improve the quality of participants’ lives by working with them directly in the delivery of quality programming
- Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide feedback to the Manager, Therapeutic Recreation, on assigned activities based on the participants’ enthusiasm and participation
- Participate in Client meetings, in-services, and training as required
- Show dependability by being punctual and maintaining consistent attendance.
- Give appropriate notice for time off or illness.
- Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator and/or Manager, Therapeutic Recreation
- Demonstrate the 5 Core Values of The Client (Accountability, Participant Focus, Quality, Independence, and Mutual Respect)
- Support the mission of The Client by creating a supportive environment for participants and staff
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of two years of experience working with people with disabilities and/or other special populations
- Ability to work well with others in a diverse population
- Effective verbal and oral communication
- CPR/First Aid certification
- DDA Trainings (Preferred)
- Basic computer skills
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This job at Community of Infinite Possibilities is located in Baltimore, MD, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Community of Infinite Possibilities?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $16–$17 per hour for this role.
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