Direct Support Professional (3264)

Andwell Health Partners; Wilton (ME); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Free training provided

Supportive team and leadership

Stability – 50 years

Job summary

Andwell Health Partners in Wilton, ME is seeking a Direct Support Professional on a per diem schedule to support adults with intellectual disabilities or Autism Spectrum Disorder in home and community settings. You will follow individual support plans to help develop life skills, daily functioning, and healthy independence.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license with reliable transportation, and a compassionate, patient approach.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.
• 1 year of experience working with adults with disabilities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support adult consumers with an intellectual disability or Autism Spectrum Disorder to address unmet needs and pursue life goals.
• Follow an individual support plan to develop life skills, improve daily functioning, social skills, and independence.

Skills

Compassionate demeanor

Reliable transportation

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Wilton Office - Wilton, ME 04294
• Position Type: Per Diem
• Salary Range: $17.60 - $21.76 Hourly
• Job Shift: Day
• Job Category: Behavioral Health
• Position: Direct Support Professional
• Schedule/Status: Per Diem - Wilton, Maine
• Department: Behavioral Health
• Work Setting: Community

About Andwell:

At Andwell, you don’t just work here, you belong.

Being a part of the team at Andwell Health Partners means belonging to a community of people with purpose, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of those we serve by providing innovative and compassionate health care in the comfort of their homes and communities.

Company Culture

• Take control of your day with flexible scheduling options.
• Free training provided, no experience needed.
• Supportive team and leadership prioritizing employee experience.
• Stability – An employer of choice for 50 years.
• Centralized HR, IT, education, and employee experience departments for improved support.

What You’ll Do:

• Support adult consumers who have an intellectual disability or Autism Spectrum Disorder, to address unmet needs, utilize strengths, and fulfill life goals.
• Follow an individual support plan to develop life skills to improve daily functioning, gain effective social skills to build relationships, and to promote health and independence at home and in the community.

What You’ll Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license, with reliable transportation and auto insurance.
• Compassionate & caring demeanor.
• Passion for helping people with disabilities live healthier, happier lives.
• 1 year of experience working with adults with disabilities is a plus.

Come see what we do with a ride-along or job shadow!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.