Direct Support Professional - Residential

Independenceassociation; Brunswick (ME); On-site; USD 22,041 - 25,719; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid time off

Health reimbursement options

401k

Career advancement opportunities

Paid trainings for certifications

Job summary

A local caregiving agency in Maine is looking for a Direct Support Professional to provide compassionate support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The ideal candidate will assist with daily living activities and promote independence, working full-time on a three-day schedule with an average pay of $18.67/hour. Competitive benefits include a $500 stipend for certification, weekly pay, and opportunities for advancement. Join a team where caregivers can truly make a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Previous caregiving experience preferred but not required.
• Must be a licensed driver.
• Ability to physically assist individuals and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to help individuals with varying abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and engagement in activities.
• Assist with care needs like bathing and grooming.
• Transport individuals to appointments and activities.
• Observe and document daily activities.
• Administer medications after completing CRMA classes.

Skills

Companionship and communication

Assisting with daily living activities

Transportation support

Observing and documenting activities

Medication administration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Are you a caregiver? Interested in working full-time at just 3 days/week and average $18.67/hour to start if your shift includes a weekend day? Enjoymaking a difference in the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities? Come work for Independence Association, where our workers stay over 7 years on average! Our agency has supported people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the midcoast region for over 55 years!

Working as a Direct Support Professional, you will be making a meaningful difference in the lives of residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is a feel good vocation! You will support individuals to be their most independent self in the home, on the job, and in their community. You will assist persons in increasing their independence by teaching daily living skills, maintaining health and hygiene, and supporting positive behaviors. You will build lasting relationships through community outings, functional activities, and daily companionship!

Our highest need schedule is Thursday, Friday and Saturday 6a-6p

With our three-day schedule, you can get 16 days off per month, and receive time and half for working one weekend day, PLUS get an additional paid time off (PTO), up to 96 hours/year to start! Independence Association now offers full time benefits to those who work three 12-hour shifts in a row. When you work 3 days/week, and your shift includes a weekend day, you are adding and extra $2.50 - $3.00/hour to your hourly wage! Example: Base wage = $16/hour - With time and half paid up front, you are actually averaging $18.67/hour and only working 36 hours/week with full time benefits! With experience, you could average more!

WE PAY WEEKLY!

Some Direct Support Professional duties may include:

1. Providing companionship, conversation, and engagement in activities, both in the home and in the community
2. Assisting with care needs (bathing, dressing, grooming, cooking, cleaning, eating)
3. Transportation to appointments and activities
4. Observing, documenting, and reporting data on daily activities
5. Administering medications (paid CRMA classes available to staff with 6 months longevity)

Some Benefits include:

• Weekly pay
• Premium pay on the weekend
• Three-day and Four-day workweeks (lots of work/life balance)
• Paid time off
• Health reimbursement, vision, dental, and life insurance options
• 401k
• Career advancement opportunities (we like to promote from within!)
• Paid trainings for DSP certificate, CPR/First Aid, Safety Care and CRMA
• $500 stipend awarded to all first time Direct Support Professionals who receive their certificate within 3 months

Vaccinations Required: Independence Association is considered a health care agency. All staff must show proof of flu, measles, mumps, rubella and varicella vaccination.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Licensed driver (preferred)
• Previous caregiving experience (preferred, but not required)
• Ability to physically assist individuals and lift up to 50 lbs
• Willing to assist individuals with varying physical and mental abilities