Direct Support Professional - Auburn, ME

Northeastme; Auburn (ME); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

7 paid holidays per year

Voluntary insurance options

Employee Assistance Program

Shift variety

Training and certifications provided

Job summary

Northeast Residential Services in Auburn, ME is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to join our team. DSPs provide individualized, high-quality care in safe homes for adults with developmental disabilities and autism, supporting daily living and community integration.

No prior experience is required—training is provided and paid at your normal rate. A valid driver’s license, ability to lift 50 lbs, and willingness to work holidays are essential.

Qualifications

• No experience required; training provided.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift/push/pull 50 lbs.
• Ability to read, write and communicate proficiently in English.
• Willingness to work holidays and in inclement weather.
• Vaccinations proof: flu, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella.

Responsibilities

• Establishing a caring rapport and safe environment.
• Interactive engagement with supported individuals (hobbies and interests).
• Transporting to medical appointments, commitments, shopping, and community outings.
• Following individual service plans and behavioral, medical, and other support protocols.
• Supporting basic housekeeping duties and daily hygiene.
• Training and certifications provided.

Job description

Direct Support Professional - Auburn, ME

Auburn, ME 04210

Overview

Salary Range

$17.00 - $18.00 Hourly

Position Type

Full Time

High School

Description

Join the Northeast Residential team! We are looking for caring, self-motivated individuals to fill our Direct Support Professional (DSP) positions. DSP's provide individualized, high quality care in safe and healthy environments.

As a DSP with Northeast Residential Services, you are part of a team providing 24/7 support and supervision to adults with developmental disabilities and Autism in their homes. Your efforts enable them to live independent, meaningful, and productive lives. Following individualized protocols, you will assist residents with community integration, activities of daily living, and developing independent living skills.

No experience required! We provide you with the necessary training to ensure your success as a Direct Support Professional here at Northeast Residential Services, and all initial and continued training hours are paid at your normal daily rate.

Direct Support Professional (DSP) Responsibilities Include:

• Establishing a caring rapport and safe environment.
• Interactive engagement with supported individuals(hobbies and other interests)
• Transporting to medical appointments, paid or volunteer commitments, shopping, and other community outings.
• Following individual service plans as well as behavioral, medical, and other
• support protocols.
• Supporting or performing basic housekeeping duties
• Assisting daily hygiene, personal care, and grooming as necessary
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Ability to read, write and communicate proficiently in the English Language
• Ability to lift/push/pull 50lbs.
• Ability to work on holidays and during inclement weather.
• Proof ofFlu, measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella vaccinations.
• Generous paid time off
• 7 paid holidays per calendar year
• Access to voluntary insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Variety of shifts available
• Training and certifications provided

Northeast Residential Services is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.