Location: La Plata, Maryland
Organization: HAVE Support, Inc.
Position Type: Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities
Schedule: Flexible Weekday and Weekend Shifts
Position Overview
HAVE Support is seeking compassionate, dependable, and experienced Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide one-on-one support to a child with developmental and behavioral support needs in La Plata, Maryland.
We are looking for individuals who enjoy working with children, understand behavioral challenges, and can provide patient, consistent, and person-centered support.
Available Opportunities
Position 1 – Weekday DSP (40 Hours/Week)
- Approximately 40 hours per week.
- Flexible scheduling required based on the child's needs.
- Must be available to work varying shifts as needed.
- Consistent availability and reliability are essential.
Position 2 – Weekend DSP (Part-Time)
- Additional staff needed for weekend coverage.
- Saturday and/or Sunday availability.
- Hours will be coordinated based on the child's support needs.
- Opportunity for additional shifts when available.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide individualized support with daily routines and activities.
- Assist with personal care and daily living skills as needed.
- Support positive behavior using approved behavioral strategies.
- Help the child develop communication, social, and independence skills.
- Recognize behavioral triggers and respond calmly and appropriately.
- Maintain a safe, supportive, and structured environment.
- Follow the child's Person-Centered Plan (PCP) and Behavior Support Plan (BSP), when applicable.
- Document services, progress, and behavioral observations accurately.
- Communicate regularly with the family and HAVE Support team.
Qualifications
- Experience working with children with developmental disabilities and behavioral challenges is strongly preferred.
- Previous experience as a DSP, behavioral aide, childcare professional, or in a similar support role.
- Ability to manage challenging behaviors with patience and professionalism.
- Understanding of positive behavioral support and de-escalation techniques.
- Strong communication and documentation skills.
- Reliable transportation to La Plata, Maryland.
- Ability to work independently and maintain professional boundaries.
- Willingness to complete required training and background screening.
Ideal Candidate
We are especially interested in candidates who have experience supporting children with autism, intellectual or developmental disabilities, emotional regulation challenges, or behaviors that require additional supervision and structured support.
Candidates should be dependable, adaptable, and comfortable working closely with the child's family and support team.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their resume and include:
- Relevant experience working with children with behavioral support needs.
- Preferred schedule and availability.
- Whether they are interested in weekday, weekend, or both opportunities.
- Earliest available start date.
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