Direct Support Professional (DSP) Full Time Scarborough

Morrison Center; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental insurance

Disability insurance

Vacation & sick time accrual

Life insurance

EAP

403(b) retirement plan

Mon-Fri 8am-4pm

Job summary

The Morrison Center in Scarborough, Maine seeks a full-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide community-based support for individuals with disabilities. You will promote independence, assist with daily living tasks, and support person-centered goals while driving to client homes and community activities.

Required: HS Diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid, valid Maine driver’s license, and experience with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities.

Qualifications

• Requires HS Diploma or GED.
• DSP certification preferred but training available.
• CPR/First Aid certification required.
• CRMA or willingness to obtain CRMA to pass medication duties.

Responsibilities

• Transport clients to community activities.
• Provide personal care including showers, toileting, dressing.
• Support clients to achieve plan-of-care goals and activities.
• Understand community supports available to clients.
• Provide hands-on and eyes-on care for clients.

Skills

Driver's license

IDD experience

CPR/First Aid

Mandt/Safety training

Education

HS Diploma or GED

DSP Certification (preferred)

Tools

CRMA

Job description

Morrison Centeris seeking a Full Time Direct Support Professional (DSP), to be based in Scarborough, Maine

Morrison Center is hiring an additionalFull-Time Direct Support Professional (DSP). with experience providing community-based support to individuals with disabilities. Skilled in promoting independence, assisting with daily living activities, assisting in community engagement, and supporting person-centered goals. Dedicated to enhancing quality of life through advocacy, inclusion, and respectful, individualized care.Must have a valid drivers license.

Benefits of the Job:

• Pay: $20-27/hour


• Monday – Friday: 8am – 4pm.


• Health & dental insurance with employer contributions


• Short- and long-term disability coverage


• Vacation & sick time accrual


• Life insurance


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution

Requirements of the Direct Support Professional

• HS Diploma or GED Required


• DSP Certification preferred but will train the right candidate!


• CPR/First Aid Certification


• CRMA or willing to take CRMA to pass medication


• Safety training such as Mandt, Safety Care, etc.


• Prior experience with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities


• Valid Maine Driver’s license required and a clean driving record


• Experienced with transfers in and out of wheelchair, using a lift, and is comfortable working in someone’s private home.

Responsibilities of the Direct Support Professional:

• Willing to transport clients out into the community


• Provide personal care, showers, toileting, dressing etc.


• Supporting clients to help them reach and maintain plan of care goals and activities.


• Have a good understanding of what community supports is


• Gives hands on and eyes on care and support for clients

Morrison Center is a private, non-profit organization whose mission is to provide comprehensive, individualized support services to children and adults with developmental disabilities.

Morrison Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, familial status, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.