FT - Direct Support Professional (DSP) Support Services/ Harford
- Full-time
- Driver's license
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This posting states $22 an hour. Open direct support professional jobs in Maryland post a median of $22 an hour, the middle half $20.43–$23, across 62 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Direct support professionals employed in Maryland earn a median of $18.29 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
FT - Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Support Services/ Harford
Rate of Pay $22/hr*
We are seeking a Full Time Personal Supports (DSP) to provide hands-on care to individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities providing assistance with personal hygiene, activities/ outings, social engagement, shopping, planning, cooking, and cleaning.
Support a young man in the Joppa area with activities at home and in the community and home. Work on skills to increase independence at home and in the community. Activities include bowling, walking/hiking at parks, going to the library, working on cooking skills, eating out, and playing some card games. Looking for mentorship style support, to help build personal care routine, confidence, and social skills.
Staff should be patient, respectful, trustworthy, and able to encourage and participate in living a fun and fulfilling life.
This position is:
Mon-Fri 9a-5p
The schedule is subject to flexibility due to the needs of the individuals supported.
Some lift and transfer may be required.
Paid training, including CPR/First Aid, and opportunities to obtain Med Tech Certification!
DSPs assist with creating opportunities for individuals to live full and productive lives by:
Assisting with participation and exploration of the community
Cultivating and expanding independent living skills
Assisting with the development of meaningful and personal relationships
Implementing strategies to achieve individuals’ personal goals.
Benefits include:
Health/ Vision/ Dental/ Life insurance plans
Retirement
Sick and vacation time
Short and Long-term disability plans
Paid Holidays
Support Services DSPs – mileage and activity reimbursements!
Eligible candidates must have a high school degree/GED and a current driver’s license with less than three points on the driving record.
Rate of pay *$22/hr.*
- Regular Base rate is $22/hr. There is an additional $1/hr. shift differential for weekend shifts. ($22 +$1=$23/hr.)
From Richcroft's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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