About No Place Like Home Service Group
Our Mission
No Place Like Home Service Group, Inc. (NPLH Service Group) seeks to be a guiding light to people with disabilities and provide a pathway in order to pursue happiness, purpose, and a life well-lived.
Our Vision & Philosophy
NPLH Service Group is an agency like no other. With compassion for those with developmental disabilities, we strive to give individuals the opportunity to live their best lives. We believe that this is a partnership with us, creating the environment for the individuals we serve to fully actualize their full potential, using each day to discover their gifts. We believe that exposure to the ordinary and extraordinary is key, and we will work diligently to expose individuals to different aspects of life.
About the Position
We are seeking Community-Based Direct Support Professionals to join our team under our Community Development Services (CDS) program. These positions provide support to individuals in their local communities, focusing on enhancing independence, social skills, and community integration. Staff will assist individuals in planning activities, exploring personal interests, and encouraging participation in new experiences. While services are primarily community-based, occasional in-home support may be provided based on individual preferences.
You will support the individuals served in the following ways:
Provide community-based support focused on skill-building, engagement, and independence
Assist with daily living tasks such as communication, hygiene, meal prep, organization, and transportation
Support individuals in accessing and participating in recreational, social, and volunteer opportunities
Help set and work toward personal goals, with regular progress tracking
Build positive, respectful relationships that empower the individuals served
Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to agency standards and DDA requirements
Follow all safety protocols while working in the community and the individual's home
Serve as a positive role model and advocate for inclusion and personal growth
Make phone calls and drive the individuals we serve to appointments, meetings, events, etc.
Encourage individual skill development and work toward community integration.
Develop meaningful relationships and connections with your clients to make them feel cared for and included in the community
Attend continuing education courses, complete assigned trainings, and obtain additional certifications as the job requires
Be a compassionate, patient, and encouraging direct support professional at all times; you are a caregiver, cheerleader, and advocate rolled into one, and your work can change the lives of many for the better
Position Details:
Job Type: Full Time
Pay: $17.00 – $18.50 per hour
Location(s):
***This is a community-based role. Work primarily takes place in the individual's local community, with occasional in-home support based on individual preferences.***
Note: Our administrative office is located in Windsor Mill, MD. Staff may be required to report to this location as needed.
Reach out to us if you possess:
3 years of previous experience in caregiving, personal care, or related fields
A compassionate and caring demeanor
The ability to build rapport and work independently
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A valid driver's license and reliable transportation
A high school diploma or GED
Current certifications in Adult First Aid & CPR/AED, DDA, and MANDT
The ability to pass a state background check
We also want to hear from those who:
Are self-motivated and able to work independently in a community-based setting
Have a positive, solutions-focused attitude
Can adapt to changing situations and individual needs
Who are passionate about helping others thrive
Equal Opportunity for All
We are an equal opportunity employer that values and encourages diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
If you have special needs and require assistance or any accommodation to apply, interview, or complete any part of the application process, please indicate this in your cover letter or on your application in the area specified.
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