Independent Support Service Worker - York County

Catholic Charities; Sanford (ME); On-site; USD 31,256 - 42,314; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement for errands

Paid Time Off

Employee discounts

Wellness program

Job summary

Catholic Charities Maine in Sanford, ME seeks Independent Support Workers to help seniors and disabled adults stay independent at home. Responsibilities include housekeeping, meal planning, errands, and occasional transportation.

Positions available: On-Call (14-18 hrs), Part-Time (20-29 hrs), or Full-Time (30-40 hrs) per week. Pay is $17.69/hour. Benefits include PTO, medical plans, disability coverage, 401k, and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Own reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Must have a clean driving record and the ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to report time worked online.

Responsibilities

• Housekeeping tasks such as washing dishes, changing bedding, laundry, vacuuming, mopping, dusting, and cleaning kitchens and bathrooms.
• Meal planning and preparation tasks including grocery shopping and bringing groceries into the client’s home.
• Running errands.
• Occasional transportation.

Skills

Housekeeping

Errand running

Driving

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Looking for a career which makes a tangible difference in someone\'s life? For seniors and adults with physical disabilities, living independently at home can be a challenge when it comes to daily living tasks. Through our statewide Independent Support Services (ISS) Program – also known as the Homemaker Services Program – Catholic Charities connects isolated seniors and physically disabled adults with a professionally supervised team of dedicated paraprofessionals who help with a variety of tasks to help them remain independent in their home.

The ISS program is currently seeking Independent Support Workers. Duties may include:

Responsibilities

• Housekeeping tasks such as washing dishes, changing bedding, laundry, vacuuming, mopping, dusting, and cleaning kitchens and bathrooms.
• Meal planning and preparation tasks including grocery shopping and bringing groceries into the client\'s home.
• Running errands
• Occasional transportation

Positions and Compensation

Positions available are: On-Call (14-18 hours/week), Part-Time (20-29 hours/week), or Full-Time (30-40 hours/week), depending on the area served.

Pay: $17.69 per hour

Benefits

• A great team of coworkers
• Competitive pay
• Flexible work schedule (you make your own)
• Mileage reimbursement for errands
• 10% discount at CCM Child development centers (Biddeford & Portland)
• 20% off at Threads of Hope Thrift stores (Sanford & Caribou)
• All employees earn Paid Time Off
• Full-Time employees also earn:
  • Short- and long-term disability, basic life insurance (employer paid)
  • A choice of three (3) comprehensive medical plans
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Bereavement Time off
  • 401k agency contribution
  • Wellness program including up to $100 reimbursement per year and access to wellness coaching
  • Dental and Vision insurance options
  • Accident & Critical Illness Insurance with a paid health screening benefit (optional)

How to Apply

You may submit your cover letter and resume (indicating the position title) via our website (www.ccmaine.org) or email ([e-mail]), fax [phone]), or mail to Human Resources Office, Catholic Charities Maine, P.O. Box 10660, Portland, ME 04104.

Catholic Charities Maine is a United Way and EOE/Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disabled Employer. Catholic Charities Maine participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please go to: https://www.ccmaine.org

Qualifications

Qualifications: Must have a high school diploma or GED, own reliable transportation, a clean driving record and a valid driver\'s license. Must have an active email address and the ability to report time worked online. Must be able to lift, carry, push or pull up to 20 lbs.