Direct Support Professional (Adult)
About The Position
Spurwink is hiring hard-working candidates like you to become Direct Support Professionals at their facilities in the Portland area. Learn to deliver care to adults with intellectual disabilities and jumpstart a fulfilling career with plenty of opportunity for advancement. Help clients develop and strengthen interpersonal and coping skills, while guiding them in creating positive relationships with family and peers. In this role, you will serve as an invaluable role model to adults with disabilities. This full time position requires requires availability for the following shifts: Mon and Wed 8a-6pm, Friday 9-6 and Saturday 9a-5pm
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- All applicants must maintain a current driver's license and a clean driving record as outlined in Spurwink's Driving policy.
Nice To Haves
- DSP and CRMA certifications preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide support to adults with intellectual disabilities in agency homes, including medication administration, assisting with activities of daily living and personal care, community integration, and providing positive behavioral supports.
Benefits
- Employer Paid Life Insurance and Short/Long Term Disability
- Retirement Account with Matching Contribution (after one year of service)
- Scholarships to ME Community Colleges
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 25% Tuition Reimbursement for UNE Master of Social Work Program
- Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
- Quality Supervision and Paid Training Opportunities
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Flexibility of Schedules
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Opportunity for Same Day Pay
- Health Plan Enrollees – Access to Several Discounts (Hotels, Electronics, Auto, Groceries, Event Tickets, and More)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
