Direct Support Professional (DSP) Female Group Home
About The Position
Hope Family Partners is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for the Lewiston/Auburn area. This role offers a rewarding career path with opportunities for training, growth, and purpose, focusing on building meaningful relationships and supporting individuals in achieving their goals. The DSP provides person-centered, hands-on support to individuals receiving Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) under Maine waivers. Key responsibilities include assisting individuals with activities of daily living, facilitating community integration, providing health and safety supports, and helping with goal attainment as outlined in Individual Support Plans (ISPs). Services must be delivered in compliance with Maine DHHS OADS regulations, HCBS Settings Rule requirements, and agency policies.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Ability to pass Maine DHHS-required background checks
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record (if transporting individuals)
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnight shifts as required
- Ability to complete required Maine HCBS trainings within designated timeframes
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities
- Knowledge of person-centered planning and HCBS Settings Rule
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Medication Administration certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Familiarity with Maine waiver services and documentation standards
Responsibilities
- Provide support that promotes choice, independence, dignity, privacy, and self-determination
- Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) including personal care, hygiene, dressing, toileting, meal preparation, and household tasks
- Support individuals in learning and maintaining independent living skills
- Respect individual rights, cultural preferences, and personal routines
- Follow and implement ISPs, behavior support plans, and risk plans as written
- Support individuals in achieving personal, vocational, recreational, and community goals
- Document services accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with Maine HCBS standards
- Support meaningful access to the community, including employment, education, healthcare, social, and recreational activities
- Assist with transportation to appointments and community activities, as authorized
- Encourage community relationships and natural supports, consistent with HCBS Settings Rule requirements
- Monitor for changes in health, behavior, or safety and report concerns promptly
- Administer medications only as trained and authorized under Maine regulations
- Follow all emergency, incident reporting, infection control, and safety procedures
- Maintain a safe, respectful, and non-restrictive environment
- Remain awake and alert throughout shift
- Complete required daily notes, incident reports, medication records, and service documentation accurately
- Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and Maine DHHS requirements
- Participate in required trainings, supervision, and quality assurance activities
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, families, guardians, and service providers
- Maintain professional boundaries and ethical standards at all times
- Represent the organization positively in the community
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Vision/Dental insurance
- Paid training
- Life insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
