Direct Support Professional (Adult)

Spurwink; Standish (ME); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Paid Training

Career Advancement

Flexible Schedules

Generous Paid Time Off

Same Day Pay

Discounts

Job summary

Spurwink in Standish, ME is hiring Direct Support Professionals to assist adults with intellectual disabilities in agency homes. You will support daily living activities, administer medications, promote independence, and encourage positive relationships with family and peers.

Required DSP and CRMA certifications, a high school diploma, and a valid driver's license. Competitive benefits and flexible schedules are offered, with opportunities for training and career advancement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• DSP and CRMA certifications are required.
• Current driver's license and clean driving record as per Spurwink 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.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Driving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

DSP certification

CRMA certification

Job description

Spurwink is hiring hard-working candidates like you to become Direct Support Professionals at their facility in Standish.

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. The hours for this position are every other Tuesday from 9:30-12a, Wed 12a-12a, Thursday 12a-2:30p.
Opposite week Monday 12-8p, Tuesday 12a-8pm. DSP and CRMA certifications are required.

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 and DSP and CRMA certifications are required. All applicants must maintain a current driver's license and a clean driving record as outlined in Spurwink's Driving policy.

Competitive Benefits Package:

• 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 Reimbursement25% 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.