Daily Living Support Specialist (DLSS)

Assistance Plus•Skowhegan, ME

13d•$20 - $22

About The Position

The Daily Living Support Specialist (DLSS) provides services tailored to the specific needs of adults with behavioral health diagnoses. The role monitors consumers’ ability to function independently at home and in the community and helps maintain their safety and emotional well-being. The position requires travel within a 30-mile radius of the employee’s home and transportation of clients within their communities. The DLSS ensures that each client’s plan of care guides service activities and that clients remain safe at home and in the community. The specialist participates in at least four hours of clinical supervision per month, completes at least 20 hours of training annually, and performs other duties as assigned. MHRT/1 certification training is provided at no cost.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Have a valid Maine driver’s license.
Provide proof of vehicle insurance at $50,000/$100,000 coverage.
Have entry-level computer experience and access to email and the internet.
Obtain MHRT/1 certification; training is provided at no cost.

Responsibilities

Ensure the client’s plan of care guides all service activities.
Ensure clients’ safety in their homes and communities.
Monitor consumers’ ability to function independently at home and in the community while supporting their safety and emotional well-being.
Transport clients within their communities.
Travel within a 30-mile radius of the employee’s home.
Attend and participate in at least four hours of clinical supervision per month.
Accumulate at least 20 hours of training annually.
Perform other duties as assigned.