Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Assistance Plus; Skowhegan (ME); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Paid travel time

Paid time off

Work within 30 miles of home

No vaccine requirement

Work-life balance

Initial training at no cost

Ongoing job training at no cost

Employee Assistance Program

401K Retirement

Job summary

Assistance Plus is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist adults with developmental disabilities and/or autism in Community Support, Community Membership, and Home Support services in Skowhegan, ME. The role requires travel within a 30-mile radius and weekend shifts.

Qualifications include a valid Maine driver’s license with proof of insurance, 17+ years of age, and a DSP certification. High school diploma or equivalent is preferred; you will receive initial and ongoing

Qualifications

• Must be 17+ years old and have a valid Maine driver’s license with proof of insurance.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; DSP certification required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the client's plan of care drives all service activities.
• Ensure the safety of clients in home and community environments.
• Assist clients in exploring employment through community activities and resources (Community Support and Community Membership).
• Provide Community Membership services aligned with the client’s interests and plan of care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Email access

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

DSP certification

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Skowhegan - Skowhegan, ME 04976, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $17.75 - $18.00Hourly, 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 include and are not limited to:

• 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: Position Requirements:

• 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.