Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional

Are you a caregiver? Enjoy making a difference in the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities? Come work for Independence Association, where our workers stay over 7 years on average! Our agency has supported people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the midcoast region for almost 60 years!

You will support individuals to be their most independent self in the home, on the job, and in their community. You will work with individuals in their own home to facilitate growth and achieve his/her highest level of independence. This includes assisting with personal care, transportation, household management, decision making, food preparation/nutrition, financial management and health care. You will build lasting relationships through community outings, functional activities, and daily companionship!

Hours would be up to 16 per week, flexible schedule based on the individual. Rate of pay would be $18.25-20.75. WE PAY WEEKLY!

Some Direct Support Professional duties may include:

• Providing companionship, conversation, and engagement in activities, both in the home and in the community
• Assisting with care needs (bathing, dressing, grooming, cooking, cleaning, eating)
• Transportation to appointments and activities
• Observing, documenting, and reporting data on daily activities
• Administering medications (paid CRMA classes available to staff with 6 months longevity)

Some benefits include:

• Weekly pay
• Paid time off
• Health reimbursement, vision, dental, and life insurance options
• 401k
• Career advancement opportunities (we like to promote from within!)
• Paid trainings for DSP certificate, CPR/First Aid, Safety Care and CRMA
• $500 stipend awarded to all first time Direct Support Professionals who receive their certificate within 3 months

Vaccinations Required: Independence Association is considered a health care agency. All staff must show proof of flu, measles, mumps, rubella and varicella vaccination.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Licensed driver (preferred)
• Previous caregiving experience (preferred, but not required)
• Ability to physically assist individuals and lift up to 50 lbs
• Willing to assist individuals with varying physical and mental abilities