Direct Support Professional (Adult) - Per Diem

Spurwink; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Retirement Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Scholarships

Paid Training

Career Advancement

Flexible Schedules

Paid Time Off

Same Day Pay

Discount Programs

Job summary

Spurwink is seeking caring Direct Support Professionals to assist adults with developmental disabilities and brain injury in residential homes in Lewiston, ME. Per diem positions involve meal prep, hygiene support, transportation to community events, and promoting positive relationships.

Responsibilities include medication administration, daily living activities, and community integration. A high school diploma and a valid driver's license with a clean driving record are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults with daily living, meals, and personal care in residential homes.
• Support community integration and development of interpersonal skills.
• Administer medications as directed and accompany clients to events.
• Provide positive behavioral supports and serve as a respectful role model.

Skills

Compassionate care

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

We're looking for caring compassionate people to help the adults who live in our residential homes. Direct Support Professionals (DSP) care for people with developmental disabilities and/or brain injury. Duties include helping to cook meals, household upkeep, assisting clients with personal hygiene and interpersonal skills, as well as transporting clients to community events. 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. This is a per diem position.

DUTIES:

Provide support to adults with intellectual disabilities in agency homes, to include 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:

• 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 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.