Direct Support Worker, Residential Assistance, Frederick, MD

Job Category
:
Direct Care

Requisition Number
: DIREC
010110

Posted: December 3, 2025

Full-Time

On-site

Rate: $18.03 USD per hour

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Schedule: Sunday 3p-11p
-Thursday 3p-11p / or Tuesday 3p-11p - Saturday 3p-11p

What to expect.

This is a direct care opportunity to facilitate client involvement in meaningful activities of daily life to support their overall mental health and wellbeing. With training and ongoing experience, you will exercise discretion and independent judgement with general supervision.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Facilitating client participation in therapeutic and social group activities by developing an understanding of what motivates them individually.
• Implementing individual client care plans to meet client needs and goals.

Providing transportation and attending clients’ medical appointments.

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:

• A commitment to ongoing training and education, including a robust tuition reimbursement program.
• Generous paid-time-off and flexible scheduling.
• Complimentary employee assistance program.
• And more!

• High school diploma or GED. Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• A driver’s license with 3-points or less and access to an insured vehicle.

Sheppard Pratt’s mission-driven culture offers an environment where you can explore what motivates you both professionally and personally. Impact opportunities include hospitals, special education schools, residential programs, outpatient centers, and more. We offer continuing education, tuition reimbursement, and career development programs to facilitate your professional growth. Together, we can put your purpose to work.

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