Direct Support Professional

Sevita; Old Orchard Beach (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Sevita in Old Orchard Beach, ME is seeking caregivers to provide training, supervision, and support to individuals receiving care in residential and community settings. You will assist with meals, personal care, shopping, and medication administration, and collaborate with clinical staff to implement therapeutic plans to improve quality of life.

We offer 12-hour shifts on a Sunday–Tuesday schedule with every other Wednesday, starting wage $18.75/hour plus additional pay for certifications and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Six months to one year of experience in the human services field.
• Valid Driver's License from state of residence for minimum 1 year and good driving record.
• Must be minimum of 18 years of age.
• Successful clearance of background checks.
• A caring attitude with a dedication to assisting others .
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication skills.
• A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide training, assistance and supervision to individuals receiving care in the areas of living skills, therapeutic recreation, and other forms of assistance in both residential and community settings.
• Assist with daily activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, and medication administration.
• Facilitate the working relationships between employers and individuals served, and support community involvement by accompanying them on outings, or providing transportation to work or other activities.
• Work closely with our clinical staff to support the therapeutic and behavioral plans in place.

Skills

Caring attitude

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Reliable

Compassionate approach

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

12 hour day shifts: 8am-8pm Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and every other Wednesday

Starting wage $18.75/hour plus we pay additional for relative certifications and experience

Would you like to make a difference every day in someone’s life? In this role you will carry out rewarding work and play a crucial role in the success of our organization.

• Provide training, assistance and supervision to individuals receiving care in the areas of living skills, therapeutic recreation, and other forms of assistance in both residential and community settings..
• Assist with daily activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, and medication administration..
• Facilitate the working relationships between employers and individuals served, and support community involvement by accompanying them on outings, or providing transportation to work or other activities..
• Work closely with our clinical staff to support the therapeutic and behavioral plans in place..

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Six months to one year of experience in the human services field.
• Valid Driver's License from state of residence for minimum 1 year and good driving record.
• Must be minimum of 18 years of age.
• Successful clearance of background checks.
• A caring attitude with a dedication to assisting others .
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication skills.
• A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach.
• A commitment to quality in everything you do.

Whether you have previous experience in a role like this, or this just sounds like the type of impact you want to make… we want to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

• Full, Part-time, and As Needed schedules available.
• Paid Time Off and Health benefits for full-time employees..
• Paid training, Holiday pay, Mileage reimbursement.
• Career development and advancement opportunities.
• Work with some of the best co-workers you could ask for and see your impact on the lives of those individuals we serve.
• A dynamic work environment where no day is ever the same as the next .
• Since our funding comes from Federal and State payers, we offer stability, and secure work opportunities.
• Employee Referral Program bonus opportunities for eligible roles.