Spring Dell Center, Inc.

Personal Community and Employment Professional

Community and Employment - La Plata, MD - Full Time

Spring Dell Center, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer promoting a drug-free, smoke-free workplace that does not honor medical marijuana.
 

Personal Community and Employment Professional

  • Salary: $20.84/hr  
  • Job type: Full time   
  • Location: La Plata, MD   
  • Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.  


Spring Dell Center is seeking compassionate, patient, and motivated Personal Community and Employment Professionals to provide individualized one-on-one support to people receiving services throughout our community.

In this role, you will help individuals achieve personal goals, build meaningful relationships, increase independence, and actively participate in their communities. Support may be provided in day program, employment, home, and community settings depending on the needs and interests of the individual assigned.

Every day is different. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys helping others grow, values meaningful connections, and wants to make a positive impact through person-centered support.

 
Examples of Activities

Activities may vary based on the individual's interests, goals, and support needs, but can include:  

  • Enjoying outdoor activities
  • Arts and crafts projects
  • Attending community events and local attractions
  • Watching or participating in sports and recreational activities
  • Shopping 
  • Volunteering in the community
  • Participating in recreational activities
  • Exploring new hobbies and interests
  • Building social connections and friendships


Key Responsibilities

Personalized Support:  

  • Provide one-on-one support in community, employment, and program settings
  • Assist individuals with activities of daily living and personal care as needed
  • Support health-related needs in accordance with agency policies and training requirements
  • Encourage independence while providing appropriate assistance and guidance
  • Utilize positive reinforcement and person-centered approaches to support individual success
  • Communicate effectively and patiently, adapting support to individual communication styles and needs

Community Engagement:  

  • Support participation in meaningful community activities, volunteer opportunities, and employment experiences
  • Assist individuals in exploring new interests and developing skills
  • Help build and maintain positive relationships within the community
  • Encourage social interaction, inclusion, and active community participation
  • Provide transportation and support during community outings and appointments as assigned

Planning & Documentation:  

  • Assist with implementing individualized plans and goals
  • Track progress and document services accurately and timely
  • Collaborate with team members, families, and other support professionals
  • Help identify opportunities for personal growth, skill development, and increased independence
  • Participate in team meetings and required training


What We’re Looking For

Ideal Candidate Traits:  

  • Caring, patient, respectful, and compassionate  
  • Strong communicator who listens and gives time for responses  
  • Organized, proactive, and motivated  
  • Comfortable supporting personal care and medical needs  
  • Excited to help someone engage with their community and achieve their goals 
  • Must be able to complete Med Tech Certification 


Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more
  • Full drivers license (non provisional)
  • Clean driving record with 2 years driving experience
  • Basic computer skills


Benefits and Perks

  • Paid Training
  • Paid Holidays 
  • Health Insurance
  • 403b Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Free Up To $10,000 Life Insurance/Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Direct Deposit
  • Annual Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • Military Leave
  • Jury Duty Leave
  • Bereavement Leave
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A complete non-certified copy of your driving record is REQUIRED as a condition of employment and will be reviewed to be seriously considered for any position at Spring Dell Center, Inc. (NOT REQUIRED FOR RETAIL CLERK APPLICATIONS).

Here is the link you can copy and paste, where you can obtain your MD non-certified driving record (the cost is $15.00):

https://mva.maryland.gov/drivers/Pages/driving-record-information.aspx

We are unable to accept driving records older than thirty (30) days from the date you apply. If you must submit it at a later time you can create a word document and include your name, position applying for, and how and when you will expect to turn in your driving record in the word document. Save the word document as: First Name_Last Name_Driving_Record_Delay. Then upload the document to your application under the driving record question. In addition to submitting your application, please email Human Resources ([email protected]) as soon as possible if there will be any delay in obtaining your driving record so that we may keep the status of your application active.

NOTE TO OUT OF STATE APPLICANTS:

If you live out of state or currently hold an out of state license, please order a copy of your driving record from the state you currently hold your driver's license with. The cost of the complete non-certified driving record in other states may vary. Please refer to the state DMV you hold your license with for cost information.

Once you obtain a copy, please refer to the steps above regarding submitting your driving record.
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