About the role#
Anchor Home is seeking a Personal Support Staff to provide care for an individual with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a home-based setting. This role is designed for nursing students looking to gain hands-on experience in direct care and community-based services.
What you'll do#
- Assist the Delegating Nurse in prioritizing and responding to client needs according to the Plan of Care.
- Follow the individualized Plan of Care as written by the Delegating Nurse.
- Support Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including personal care, hygiene, dressing, meal support, and grooming.
- Provide mobility and transfer assistance.
- Assist with daily routines, light housekeeping, and maintaining a safe home environment.
- Document care provided and client responses accurately and in a timely manner.
- Communicate with the client to promote dignity and independence while maintaining their safety and comfort.
What you'll need#
- Current undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
- Minimum of 1+ year of documented experience in caregiving for vulnerable adult populations.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Experience working with adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities is preferred.
- Current CMT certification is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Timonium, Maryland (with work occurring in a personal residence in Towson, MD).
- Schedule: Weekdays, daytime hours.
- Type: Part-time or full-time, rolling term.
Relevant fieldsNursing
