Direct Support Professional (Adult)

Overview Spurwink is hiring hard-working candidates like you to become Direct Support Professionals at their facility in Standish. Learn to deliver care to adults with intellectual disabilities and jumpstart a fulfilling career with plenty of opportunity for advancement. Help clients develop and strengthen interpersonal and coping skills, while guiding them in creating positive relationships with family and peers. In this role, you will serve as an invaluable role model to adults with disabilities. This part time position has the required schedule: every other week Tuesday 10a-9p, Wed 9a-9p, Thu 8a-2p. DSP certification is required. Duties Provide support to adults with intellectual disabilities in agency homes, including medication administration, assisting with activities of daily living and personal care, community integration, and providing positive behavioral supports. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent and a DSP certification are required. All applicants must maintain a current driver\'s license and a clean driving record as outlined in Spurwink\'s Driving policy. Benefits Employer Paid Life Insurance and Short/Long Term Disability Retirement Account with Matching Contribution (after one year of service) Scholarships to ME Community Colleges Tuition Reimbursement 25% Tuition Reimbursement for UNE Master of Social Work Program Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program Quality Supervision and Paid Training Opportunities Career Advancement Opportunities Flexibility of Schedules Generous Paid Time Off Opportunity for Same Day Pay Health Plan Enrollees – Access to Several Discounts (Hotels, Electronics, Auto, Groceries, Event Tickets, and More) Spurwink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr