Direct Support Staff

Company: ACIDD Maryland
Location: Laurel
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Salary: $15 per hour ACIDD is looking for Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to work in homes and in day programs in the community among individuals that have developmental disabilities and mental health issues. ACIDD supports high functioning individuals that sometimes exhibit negative behaviors because of their mental health status. We turn their behaviors into positive behaviors without even using behavior plans. Our individuals generally do not have chronic medical issues, physical disabilities, or explicit mental health problems. Therefore, the staff that we are hiring must be more companions to the young individuals that they support in the community. If you are the right person to work with our individuals, then you should have a passion for working with them. We do not encourage babysitting them but supporting them to be independent. We expect new staff to provide proper guidance to our individuals and teach them skills based on their needs. Our wages are very competitive and our benefits are good for the employees. We pay well. We pay for your benefits too. But, we need a good performance from you. If you decide to work for our company, send us your resume. There are many vacancies that will fit your need. HR can discuss details with you if you express a need to associate with us. We will contact you and schedule a phone interview with you, as soon as we hear from you.

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