Direct Support Professional - Day Program

Though we take many paths to meet our mission at Humanim, we are united and guided by one principle, Human Purpose, and we measure our success in Human Impact. Each and every individual we serve at Humanim has a story, and each story is testament to the power that building pathways to economic equity, opportunity, and independence brings to the lives of individuals who have faced social and economic challenges.

Reporting to the Program Manager, the Direct Support Professional is responsible for assisting individuals with disabilities to learn, grow and become more independent. The position supports individuals with developmental disabilities to have a quality of life and promotes health, safety, and well-being. Serving as an advocate in communicating individuals’ needs and goals the main duties include helping individuals complete basic housekeeping tasks, transporting them to appointments or other social outings, and helping individuals to implement the safety precautions learned in their respective environments.

Benefits of working with us!

• 15 days of Paid-Time-Off (PTO) and 7 Paid holidays.
• Medical insurance with employer contribution
• Vision and Dental insurance
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer-provided contribution
• Early access to earnings via UKG Wallet
• Tuition reimbursement

• High school diploma or GED required. 
• Use of personal vehicle, MD driver’s license with fewer than 5 points, and valid auto insurance required.  
• Minimum 2 years of driving experience.
• CPR/First Aid Training Required.
• NADSP E-badge competencies preferred. 
• Ability to relate well to staff, individuals, board members, and all relevant stakeholders of different races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and religions required.