Direct Support Professional DSP

HAVE Support, Inc. is seeking a dependable and compassionate Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Gaithersburg, MD.

This position is scheduled Monday–Friday, 2:30 PM–10:00 PM and includes hands‑on support in the home and community.

The DSP will help participants build independence, complete daily routines, participate in household responsibilities, and engage in meaningful community activities.

• Provide direct support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Assist with personal care, hygiene, meals, and other daily living needs
• Support participants with daily household chores
  , including cleaning, laundry, organizing personal spaces, and maintaining a safe home environment
• Encourage participants to complete tasks as independently as possible
• Plan and participate in daily community outings and activities
• Help participants choose activities based on their interests, goals, and preferences
• Transport and accompany participants to community activities, appointments, shopping, recreation, and other outings
• Encourage community involvement, social interaction, skill‑building, and independence
• Follow participant PCPs, Behavior Support Plans, Nursing Care Plans, and other individualized support plans
• Administer medications as assigned and follow health and safety requirements
• Complete required documentation accurately and on time
• Monitor participant health, safety, behavior, and general well‑being
• Communicate concerns and important updates to supervisors and appropriate team members
• Maintain a respectful, supportive, and person‑centered environment

Community participation is an important part of this position.

DSPs are expected to help participants engage in meaningful activities such as:

• Parks and recreation
• Libraries
• Shopping
• Restaurants and cafés
• Museums and community events
• Fitness and recreational activities
• Volunteer opportunities
• Social activities
• Participant-preferred outings

DSPs should actively help plan outings
, prepare participants for activities, provide transportation when assigned, and support safe participation in the community.

• High school diploma or GED
• Prior DSP, caregiving, residential, behavioral health, or human-services experience preferred
• Valid driver's license
• Reliable transportation
• Ability and willingness to transport participants as assigned
• Ability to pass required background screening
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Dependable and able to maintain a consistent work schedule
• Comfortable supporting participants with personal care and household responsibilities
• Willingness to complete required CPR/First Aid, medication, and DDA-related training
• Ability to follow written support plans and document services accurately
• Commitment to person-centered support, participant choice, dignity, and independence

Monday–Friday, 2:30 PM–10:00 PM

Regular attendance and reliability are essential for this position.

HAVE Support, Inc. is a Maryland Developmental Disabilities Administration provider supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through residential, meaningful day, behavioral, nursing, personal support, respite, transportation, and other community-based services.

Our goal is to help every participant live a more independent, connected, and meaningful life.