Compass Maryland Is Hiring A Korean Speaking Direct Support Professional Dsp

Join our compassionate team! Compass Inc. is seeking a Korean-speaking Direct Support Professional (DSP) to help empower individuals with disabilities to live meaningful, engaged lives within their communities. 🌟

Korean-speaking Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Compass Inc.

About Us

Compass Inc. is a progressive, non-profit organization dedicated to supporting people with disabilities. Our mission is to foster inclusion, community engagement, and culturally responsive services to enhance the lives of those we serve.

Role Overview

Are you passionate about supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)? As a DSP in our Meaningful Day Services team, you will facilitate community-based activities, skill development, and social connections that reflect participants' interests, goals, and cultural backgrounds. Your Korean language skills will be essential in ensuring participants and their families feel understood, respected, and supported. 🤝

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Advocacy & Empowerment: Advocate for individuals supported and empower them to pursue their personal goals and dreams.
• Employment Support: Assist in finding meaningful employment, developing job readiness skills, interview techniques, resume writing, and related activities.
• Community Involvement: Support participants in making choices, engaging with neighbors, participating in community events, places of worship, and maintaining social contacts with friends and family.
• Mentoring & Guidance: Teach, guide, and assist with accessing community resources, including riding public transportation.
• Activity Facilitation: Organize and support volunteering, recreational activities, employment exploration, and cultural engagement.
• Effective Communication: Communicate fluently in Korean and English with participants, families, and team members.
• Promoting Dignity: Foster choice, self-advocacy, and dignity in all services.
• Documentation & Safety: Keep detailed records of activities and progress, and ensure the health, safety, and well-being of participants at all times.

Desired Attributes & Skills

• Friendly, patient, reliable, and nurturing personality
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent listening skills, utilizing open-ended questions to guide clients
• Confidentiality, empathy, and a professional attitude

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; functional reading and writing skills
• Fluency in Korean and conversational English (required)
• Previous experience helping people with disabilities preferred (training provided)
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and own reliable vehicle for transportation
• Ability to pass background checks
• CPR/First Aid and Medication Technician certifications or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire

Physical Demands

Candidates must be able to stand, walk, sit, hear, and talk. They should be capable of occasionally lifting and moving up to 50 pounds. 💪

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Rate: $24/hr

• Meaningful, mission-driven work with paid training and professional development opportunities 🎓
• Supportive and inclusive team environment with paths for growth within the organization
• Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions

Join Us

If you are bilingual in Korean and passionate about empowering individuals with disabilities to lead full, connected lives, we encourage you to apply today! 🚀