Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Alternative Services Inc - Northeast • Jay, ME

11d • $18 - $22

About The Position

ASI-NE is hiring part-time, day-shift Direct Support Professionals in Jay, Maine. DSPs support adults in building independence, strengthening community connections, and reaching personal goals. The work includes helping people develop daily living skills, participate in community activities, establish meaningful routines, and learn new experiences. No prior experience is required; the employer provides paid required training and ongoing support from experienced staff. The position offers predictable scheduling, with every other weekend off. When scheduled to work on a weekend, the hours are 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Starting pay is $18–$22 per hour, with opportunities for additional pay for an active CRMA certification and a satisfactory driver’s license.

Requirements

• No experience is required; training is provided.
• Kindness, dependability, patience, an encouraging approach, and a genuine desire to help others succeed.
• A healthcare background and a human services degree are not required.

Nice To Haves

• Active CRMA certification may qualify for additional pay.
• A satisfactory driver’s license may qualify for additional pay.

Responsibilities

• Help adults participate in community activities.
• Support adults in developing daily living skills and independence.
• Help adults work toward personal goals and establish meaningful routines.
• Support adults in learning new experiences and building meaningful lives.
• Build supportive relationships with the people served.

Benefits

• Paid required training, including pay while completing training.
• Ongoing support from experienced staff.
• Career growth opportunities.
• On-demand pay.
• PTO after 120 days.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Cell phone discounts.
• Wellness program.
• Paid bereavement leave.
• Stable, predictable scheduling.
• Every other weekend off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed