Direct Care Professional – Dover-Foxcroft Area

PENQUIS; Maine; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Birthday holiday

Extra pay on holidays

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness incentives

Paid training for certifications

Job summary

Penquis is seeking Direct Care Professionals in the Dover-Foxcroft area to support individuals in residential and community settings. This role helps clients build independence, maintain meaningful community connections, and work toward personal goals with dependable daily support.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent; MHRT-1 and CPR/First Aid certifications are preferred, with paid training to obtain these certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Provisional MHRT-1 certification and CPR/First Aid certifications preferred; paid training to obtain these certifications offered.

Responsibilities

• Teach living skills according to each client's treatment plan.
• Complete objective documentation using required forms or electronic records.
• Support problem solving and the daily supports needed to meet client goals.
• Maintain cleanliness of the home and help plan, shop for, and prepare balanced meals.
• Transport clients to community locations, events, and appointments.

Skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

MHRT-1 certification

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Direct Care Professional – Dover-Foxcroft Area

Location

Dover-Foxcroft, Maine

Work Arrangement

Varies

Schedule

Flexible schedule with full-time, part-time, and per diem openings.

Penquis is seeking Direct Care Professionals in the Dover-Foxcroft area to support individuals in residential and community settings. This role helps clients build independence, maintain meaningful community connections, and work toward personal goals with dependable daily support.

Responsibilities

• Teach living skills according to each client's treatment plan.
• Complete objective documentation using required forms or electronic records.
• Support problem solving and the daily supports needed to meet client goals.
• Maintain cleanliness of the home and help plan, shop for, and prepare balanced meals.
• Transport clients to community locations, events, and appointments.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Provisional or MHRT-1 certification and CPR/First Aid certifications preferred; Penquis offers paid training to obtain these certifications.
• Ability to use or learn computer skills needed for agency programs and applications.
• Ability to meet Penquis background-check requirements upon hire and periodically thereafter, with satisfactory results as required by current contract provisions.
• Extra pay working on holidays
• Birthday holiday
• Paid time off plus 3 days upon hire
• Paid training for all required certifications
• Retirement Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Incentives

Open Positions

Current openings include full-time, part-time, and per diem roles with flexible scheduling, paid training for required certifications, and on-the-job support.

Questions About Applying

Penquis offers an excellent benefits package and competitive wages, and opportunities for educational advancement, certification, and coursework. For more information email [e-mail] or call 207-973-3500 (TDD: 207-973-3520 ).

Equal Opportunity and Workplace Information

In accordance with federal regulations, Penquis does not discriminate. Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Penquis is a smoke-free workplace.