Direct Support Professional (Part time)

Sevita; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

Paid training

Holiday pay

Career development

Stable funding and opportunities

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

Sevita's NeuroRestorative division in Maine is hiring a Residential Group Home Caregiver to support individuals with brain and spinal injuries in a community setting. The role offers paid training and a starting wage of $18.75 per hour, with additional pay for relevant certifications.

You will assist with daily living, transportation, and medication administration, while coordinating with clinical staff on care plans. A valid driver’s license and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license from state of residence for at least 1 year and a good driving record.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Successful clearance of background checks.
• Caring attitude with a dedication to assisting others.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational and communication skills.
• Reliable, responsible attitude with a compassionate approach.
• Commitment to quality in everything you do.

Responsibilities

• Provide training, assistance and supervision to individuals receiving care in living skills, therapeutic recreation, and other forms of assistance in both residential and community settings.
• Assist with daily activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, and medication administration.
• Facilitate the working relationships between employers and individuals served, and support community involvement by accompanying them on outings, or providing transportation to work or other activities.
• Work closely with our clinical staff to support the therapeutic and behavioral plans in place.

Skills

Reliable

Compassionate

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Dependable

Dedication to helping others

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.

Residential Group Home Caregiver

We provide paid CRMA Training and DSP Training! Full and Part‑time positions available. Wage starting at $18.75 per hour and additional pay for relative certifications such as Direct Support Professional and Certified Registered Medication Aide.

Responsibilities

• Provide training, assistance and supervision to individuals receiving care in the areas of living skills, therapeutic recreation, and other forms of assistance in both residential and community settings.
• Assist with daily activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, and medication administration.
• Facilitate the working relationships between employers and individuals served, and support community involvement by accompanying them on outings, or providing transportation to work or other activities.
• Work closely with our clinical staff to support the therapeutic and behavioral plans in place.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid driver’s license from state of residence for minimum 1 year and a good driving record
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
• Successful clearance of background checks
• A caring attitude with a dedication to assisting others
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication skills
• A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach
• A commitment to quality in everything you do

Whether you have previous experience in a role like this, or this just sounds like the type of impact you want to make, we want to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

• Paid Time Off and Health benefits for full‑time employees.
• Paid training, Holiday pay
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Work with some of the best co‑workers you could ask for and see your impact on the lives of those individuals we serve
• A dynamic work environment where no day is ever the same as the next
• Since our funding comes from Federal and State payers, we offer stability, and secure work opportunities
• Employee Referral Program bonus opportunities for eligible roles

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community‑based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face. We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.