Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Residential
The Affiliated Sante Group
Summary
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Rock Creek you'll be at the heart of our mission. You'll have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of our consumers every single day. From assisting with daily living activities to providing emotional support and encouragement, you'll play a vital role in helping our consumers achieve their goals and dreams.
Job description
What You'll Do
- Provide direct care to those with mental health diagnosis and co-occurring disabilities.
- Foster positive relationships between yourself and consumer.
- Ensure consumer safety and maintain a safe environment.
- Encourage self-help activities.
- Remind and assist consumers with self-administration of medication.
- Perform personal care tasks, including assistance with basic personal hygiene and grooming.
- Accompany consumers to scheduled appointment.
- Plan meals, shopping for groceries, preparing and serving meals to consumers.
- Teach skills for daily living, such as decision-making and problem-solving.
- Observe and document changes in consumers' physical condition or behavior.
- Perform light housekeeping duties, such as laundry, cleaning, and organizing.
- All other duties as assigned.
What We Require
- Must possess a valid driver's license with no more than 3 points and have access to a vehicle for work purposes.
- Must have proof of car insurance.
- High School Diploma (or equivalent) and a minimum of two (2) years' experience working with adults diagnosed with varying intellectual disabilities and or developmental disabilities.
- Must be able to work individually as well as within a team.
- Must be able to multi-task.
- Must be able to work with "high-risk" consumers who have mental illnesses as well as development or intellectual disabilities as well as physical.
- Must be able to effectively and professionally communicate with other staff and individuals served.
Qualifications
- Compassionate and caring nature.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities (preferred).
- Ability to pass background checks and FBI fingerprinting.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license with no more than 3 points
- Access to a vehicle for work purposes
- Proof of car insurance
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 2 years' experience working with adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities
- Ability to work individually and within a team
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability to work with high-risk consumers with mental illnesses and developmental/intellectual/physical disabilities
- Effective and professional communication skills
- Compassionate and caring nature
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to pass background checks and FBI fingerprinting
Benefits
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Birthday Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life Insurance
- AD&D Insurance
- Short-term Disability
- Long-term Disability
- Pet Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
Company overview
The Affiliated Santé Group is a leading behavioral health organization and the largest provider of crisis response services in Maryland, with operations extending to North Carolina and Pennsylvania. Founded in 1973 as part of the Rock Creek Foundation, the organization has evolved into a comprehensive behavioral health provider with over 50 years of community service experience. As the administrative organization for the Santé Group of Companies, it oversees a consortium of behavioral health service providers dedicated to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care. The organization specializes in crisis intervention, outpatient mental health services, psychiatric recovery programs, senior outreach, and peer-led wellness centers. Their crisis response systems handle over 80,000 calls annually and provide immediate support through 24/7 call centers, mobile crisis teams, and urgent care services. With a strong commitment to recovery-oriented care, Santé focuses on person-centered treatment approaches that emphasize hope, resilience, and community integration. The organization operates multiple outpatient clinics, psychiatric rehabilitation programs, and specialized services for diverse populations including children, adults, seniors, and Spanish-speaking communities. Their innovative programs have been recognized as national models in behavioral health service delivery.