Orono & Bangor - Direct Support Professional

Description

Welcome to Family First Developmental Disability Solutions, where you’ll be rewarded for hard work and supported in your professional growth.

• Clearly defined duties
• Flexible schedules
• Professional development assistance
• Health insurance (for full-time DSPs who work 35+ hours per week)
• 401K

• Follow a detailed support plan with goals specific to each client’s needs and be respectful of each client’s wishes and personal preferences.
• Domestic support skills such as: cooking, cleaning, medication assistance, scheduling and attending medical appointments, shopping, transportation, and housing management.
• Working on an array of goals to support clients in accessing social activities and utilizing community resources. Community inclusion support will likely include: attending social and volunteering events with clients, encouraging client involvement in community, advocating for clients, and providing transportation
• Ensuring client’s health and safety.
• Working with others in the interest of the individuals we support.
• Proper documentation compliance in accordance with State of ME regulatory guidelines and practices using the Clear Care/Well Sky phone app.

Travel required:

Orono & Bangor

Monday: 1p-4:30pm
Tuesday: 10am-4:30pm
Wednesday: off
Thursday: 12:30pm-3:30pm
Friday: off

Please note that this schedule is subject to change based on client needs. Additionally, please be advised that we do not provide overnight support for clients.

• One year of DSP experience is required
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. as well as proof of completion.
• At least 18 years of age
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Pass a criminal, drug, and background check
• Three references
• Own a smartphone
• Able to keep online records and communicate via email
• Have a valid Driver’s License
• Reliable transportation and proof of insurance
• DSP Certificate required
• Have or be willing to obtain CPR, First Aid, and other training as required per state of Maine or clients’ Individualized Service Plans (ISPs)
• Have or be willing to obtain up-to-date, CDC-recommended immunizations for healthcare workers including: MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B and Seasonal Influenza