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Direct Support Professional

CompanyNational Children's Center (NCC)
LocationWashington
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 10, 2026
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About the Role


Help Make a Difference in Someone's Life

SCHEDULE: Sunday 12pm - 8pm, Monday - Tuesday 3pm - 11pm (24 hours/week, full-time benefits)

** New pay rate $21.54 per hour **

LOCATON - Adelphi, MD

National Children’s Center, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that is one of the region’s largest non-governmental providers of services for people with developmental disabilities, offering an array of services to adults in the Washington metropolitan area. Our mission is to provide a lifetime of opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

 

The Direct Support Professional provides adults with IDD the services and supports they need to live a fulfilling and meaningful life in the community. You will be responsible for the support, teaching and supervision of all people residing in your assigned location. You are a member of the person’s circle of support, providing opportunities for people to grow and learn new skills and make connections to their community and realize their dreams. Depending on the needs of each person, you will support people to do everyday tasks, including meal prep and planning, chores, shopping, using public transportation and much more. In addition, you are responsible for intervening and resolving crisis situations and providing emergency CPR and First Aid if required.

COVID-19 - you are required to provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination prior to your first day of work

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide supervision and protective support of assigned people throughout scheduled shift to ensure their well-being, growth and development
  • Maintain ongoing knowledge and understanding of established levels of support and supervision requirements under the person's plan of care
  • Assist with the planning and implementation of daily activities to meet person-centered choices, and identified learning and educational needs

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

  • HS Diploma or GED
  • One (1) year experience working with individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities as a service provider or family member
  • Valid drivers license preferred
  • CPR & First Aid 

NCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.


Key Skills
SupervisionProtective SupportPerson-Centered SupportDaily Living AssistanceMeal Planning and PreparationHousehold ChoresShopping AssistancePublic Transportation SupportCrisis InterventionCPRFirst AidActivity PlanningTeaching and Skill DevelopmentCommunity Integration
Categories
Social ServicesHealthcareSecurity & Safety
Benefits
Full-Time Benefits
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Provide supervision and protective support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, following each person's care plan and support requirements. Assist with daily living tasks and person-centered activities, promote learning and community connections, and respond to crises or emergencies as needed.
📋Job Type
part time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
Not specified
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
24 hours
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