Woodfords Family Services
Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Shared Living
Woodfords Family Services, Portland, Maine, us, 04122
Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Shared Living
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Woodfords Family Services is seeking a casual (16 hours per week) Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our team in Portland, ME! This is an on-site position in a Shared Living Provider's Home. Must be comfortable with personal care supports.
Position Summary As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you are a caregiver to adults with autism, developmental disabilities, and/or intellectual disabilities. DSPs work with consumers, their families, and other service providers to promote independence and community inclusion through daily living skills such as budgeting, meal prep, housekeeping, grocery shopping, decision making, transportation, and personal support. You will assist individuals to be active in their communities and accompany them on outings and activities, supporting adults to make daily progress toward their goals.
Key Responsibilities
Support in Self-care Tasks
Health & Safety monitoring
Community Integration & Advocacy
Meal Planning and Preparation
Promoting Freedom of Choice & Decision Making
Opportunity Details
Casual (per-diem); 16 hours per week
Monday through Thursday, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
$17.00 per hour
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required; Associate or Bachelor degree preferred
Valid driver’s license and 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)
Benefits
Competitive Health Insurance (with multiple plan options)
Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Time
10 Paid Holidays
1 Floating Holiday
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
About Woodfords Family Services Woodfords Family Services is a nonprofit organization committed to the support and inclusion of people with special needs and their families in Maine communities for over 55 years. The agency offers clinical, educational, behavioral health, residential, community and family support programs to more than 2,000 individuals with autism, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities and/or mental health diagnoses. The agency is accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA).
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Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Shared Living
role at
Woodfords Family Services
Woodfords Family Services is seeking a casual (16 hours per week) Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our team in Portland, ME! This is an on-site position in a Shared Living Provider's Home. Must be comfortable with personal care supports.
Position Summary As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you are a caregiver to adults with autism, developmental disabilities, and/or intellectual disabilities. DSPs work with consumers, their families, and other service providers to promote independence and community inclusion through daily living skills such as budgeting, meal prep, housekeeping, grocery shopping, decision making, transportation, and personal support. You will assist individuals to be active in their communities and accompany them on outings and activities, supporting adults to make daily progress toward their goals.
Key Responsibilities
Support in Self-care Tasks
Health & Safety monitoring
Community Integration & Advocacy
Meal Planning and Preparation
Promoting Freedom of Choice & Decision Making
Opportunity Details
Casual (per-diem); 16 hours per week
Monday through Thursday, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
$17.00 per hour
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required; Associate or Bachelor degree preferred
Valid driver’s license and 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)
Benefits
Competitive Health Insurance (with multiple plan options)
Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Time
10 Paid Holidays
1 Floating Holiday
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
About Woodfords Family Services Woodfords Family Services is a nonprofit organization committed to the support and inclusion of people with special needs and their families in Maine communities for over 55 years. The agency offers clinical, educational, behavioral health, residential, community and family support programs to more than 2,000 individuals with autism, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities and/or mental health diagnoses. The agency is accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA).
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