{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"a73ad6f1c509404ae61a94f4","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a73ad6f1c509404ae61a94f4","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a73ad6f1c509404ae61a94f4","title":"Direct Support Worker - Pathways Day Program","description":"Full-time Monday-Friday dayshift | In Person in Frederick, MD\n\nDevelopment and Intellectual Disabilities Services (DDA) (https://www.sheppardpratt.org/care-finder/developmental-and-intellectual-disabilities-services/) at Sheppard Pratt offer programs devoted to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including supported living services. Our Supported Employment and Pathways Day Program (https://www.sheppardpratt.org/care-finder/developmental-and-intellectual-disabilities-services/vocational-rehabilitation-services/) team provides opportunities for clients to build community and social skills, as well as individual job placement and employment support.\n\nScheduling for this position will be flexible and based around client needs.\n\nWhat to expect.\n\nThis is a direct care opportunity to facilitate client involvement in meaningful day program activities to support their overall mental health and wellbeing. With training and ongoing experience, you will exercise discretion and independent judgement with general supervision. Pay rate: $18.50/hr.\n\nSpecific responsibilities include:\n\nFacilitating client participation in therapeutic and social group activities by developing an understanding of what motivates them individually.\nImplementing individual client care plans to meet client needs and goals. This includes coordinating communication amongst staff working together with an assigned client.\nProviding transportation and attending clients’ medical appointments.\n\nWhat you’ll get from us.\n\nAt Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:\n\nA commitment to ongoing training and education, including a robust tuition reimbursement program.\nComprehensive retirement, medical, dental, and vision benefits.\nGenerous paid-time-off and flexible scheduling.\nComplimentary employee assistance program.\nAnd more!\n\nPay for this position is $18.50/hr.\n\nWhat we need from you.\n\nHigh school diploma or GED. Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.\nPositively referenced relevant work, student, or volunteer experience.\nA driver’s license with 3-points or less and access to an insured vehicle.\nMust obtain and maintain a current DOT certification.\nMust be able to lift 50 pounds and be able to navigate stairs and a typical day program or home environment.\n\nSheppard Pratt’s mission-driven culture offers an environment where you can explore what motivates you both professionally and personally. Impact opportunities include hospitals, special education schools, residential programs, outpatient centers, and more. We offer continuing education, tuition reimbursement, and career development programs to facilitate your professional growth. Together, we can put your purpose to work.\n\n#LI-RM2\n\nEducation\nRequired\nHigh School or better\nLicenses & Certifications\nRequired\nDriver's License\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. 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