Direct Support Professional (Adult)

Spurwink; Biddeford (ME); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

Retirement match

Scholarships ME CC

Tuition Reimbursement

UNE MSW 25% Tuition

PSLF eligible

Supervision & Training

Career advancement

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Same day pay

Discounts

Job summary

Spurwink seeks dedicated Direct Support Professionals to work in our Biddeford and Saco facilities. You will assist adults with intellectual disabilities, support daily living activities, and help build positive relationships with family and peers. Shifts vary by location and position, with flexible schedules available.

A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record are required. We offer comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions, tuition reimbursement,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• All applicants must maintain a current driver’s license and a clean driving record as outlined in Spurwink’s Driving policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to adults with intellectual disabilities in agency homes, including medication administration, assisting with activities of daily living and personal care, community integration, and providing positive behavioral supports.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Spurwink is hiring hard‑working candidates like you to become Direct Support Professionals at their facilities in Biddeford and Saco.

Learn to deliver care to adults with intellectual disabilities and jumpstart a fulfilling career with plenty of opportunity for advancement. Help clients develop and strengthen interpersonal and coping skills, while guiding them in creating positive relationships with family and peers. In this role, you will serve as an invaluable role model to adults with disabilities. Typical shifts will differ depending upon position/location. We have varying schedules available.

Duties

Provide support to adults with intellectual disabilities in agency homes, including medication administration, assisting with activities of daily living and personal care, community integration, and providing positive behavioral supports.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent. All applicants must maintain a current driver’s license and a clean driving record as outlined in Spurwink’s Driving policy.

Competitive Benefits Package

• Health/Dental/Vision /Pet Insurance
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Short/Long Term Disability
• Retirement Account with Matching Contribution (after one year of service)
• Scholarships to ME Community Colleges
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 25% Tuition Reimbursement for UNE Master of Social Work Program
• Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• Quality Supervision and Paid Training Opportunities
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Flexibility of Schedules
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Opportunity for Same Day Pay
• Health Plan Enrollees – Access to Several Discounts (Hotels, Electronics, Auto, Groceries, Event Tickets, and More)

Spurwink is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Salary: $16.00 - $16.80 per hour