Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Assistance Plus; Anson (ME); On-site; USD 24,452 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Paid travel time

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

401K Retirement

Job summary

Assistance Plus is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Anson, ME, to provide essential services for adults with developmental disabilities and autism. The role involves ensuring the safety and welfare of clients while facilitating their community engagement.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license. Benefits include mileage reimbursement, paid training, and a flexible work schedule. Weekend availability is necessary, and you will be required to travel within a 30-mile radius.

Qualifications

• Must be 17 years of age or older.
• Proof of vehicle insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure clients' safety while in their home and community.
• Assist clients in exploring community activities and resources.
• Conduct services based on clients' individual interests.

Skills

Vehicle insurance proof

Valid Maine driver's license

Entry level computer experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

DSP certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Anson - Anson, ME

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $17.75 - $18.00 hourly

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) carries out services that focus on the specific needs of adults with developmental disabilities and/or autism by providing Community Support, Community Membership, or Home Support services. The DSP will ensure the quality and safe delivery of approved community and home-based services as outlined in the Support or Comprehensive Waivers.

This position will be required to travel within a 30 mile radius of their home and will transport clients in their communities. The ability to work weekend hours is required for this position.

Duties

• Ensuring that the clients plan of care drives all service activities
• Ensuring the safety of the clients while in their home and community
• Assisting clients in exploring and pursuing areas of interest in employment by accessing community activities and resources for Community Support and Community Membership only
• Ensuring Community Membership services are provided in the clients community and are centered around the clients individual interests and plan of care
• Performing other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Proof of vehicle insurance at $50K/$100K and a valid Maine driver's license
• Must be 17years of age or older
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• DSP certification
• Entry level computer experience and must have access to email/internet

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement
• Flexible schedule
• Paid travel time
• Paid time off
• Working within 30 miles of your home
• No vaccine requirement
• Work/life balance
• We train you initially for the position at no cost to you
• We continue to offer your job specific trainings at no cost to you
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K Retirement

Assistance Plus provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.