Direct Support Professional
2 months ago
*$1,000 Sign-on bonus*
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Do you desire rewarding and meaningful work helping individuals in need?
The team at Woodfords' Family Services is looking to welcome a Full-time (36-40 hrs.) Direct Support Professional to join our Residential Services Program in Scarborough, ME
Position Summary
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you are a caregiver to adults with developmental disabilities. You will support adult consumers with daily living skills including budgeting, meal prep, housekeeping, grocery shopping, decision making, transportation, and personal support. By offering your compassionate support, you assist individuals to be active in their communities and also accompany individuals on outings and activities. You will support adults to make daily progress toward their goals.
As a DSP and CRMA caregiver in our Residential and Independent Living programs, you work independently with an adult consumer as well as cooperatively within a treatment team.
Key responsibilities of the DSP:
- Support in Self-care Tasks
- Health & Safety-monitoring
- Community Integration & Advocacy
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Promoting Freedom of Choice & Decision Making
Schedule & Compensation
Full-time; 36-40 hours per week
Friday, Saturday, Sunday work schedule
$16-17.00/hourly (commensurate with experience and certification)
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required ; Associate or Bachelor degree preferred
- Valid driver's license & use of reliable vehicle with current insurance
- Direct Support Professional (DSP) certification, or successful completion of the full DSP course within 6 months of hire (Employees are paid by Woodfords when attending DSP training)
Not a DSP? We'll help get you there
Through training, supervision, and ongoing support and mentorship opportunities, DSP's are equipped with the knowledge and resources they need to thrive and make a positive impact for the individuals they serve
What makes it even better? Woodfords pays YOU in your training to become certified as a DSP Get started with your career at Woodfords Family Services today and join an organization that's committed to your professional development
A glimpse at our benefits options
In addition to joining an inclusive and positive work culture that supports your career goals, Woodfords Family Services is proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package for all full-time employees:
- Competitive Health Insurance (with multiple plan options)
- Dental & Vision Insurance Options
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Time
- Paid Holidays
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 5% Agency Match
- Robust Employee Wellness Program
- Gym/Fitness membership reimbursement
- Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Employer-Paid Group Term Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP Benefits)
- Voluntary Supplemental Benefits
- Exclusive Verizon Discount to Woodfords Family Service Employees
Who We Are
Woodfords Family Services is a nonprofit organization that's been committed to the support and inclusion of people with special needs and their families in Maine communities for over 55 years Today, the organization provides an array of clinical, behavioral health and educational programs to more than 2,000 children, youth and adults living with autism, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities and/or mental health diagnoses across the state of Maine.
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