Therapeutic Couple or Single Live-In

Portland, ME, USA | Direct Care | Full Time

Spurwink's program providing support to adults with intellectual disabilities has a unique position it is hiring for: live-in Therapeutic Couple or Single live in staff. The live-in couple/staff will do DSP work in a home, providing support to individuals with intellectual disabilities. As a live-in staff you will have regularly scheduled time-off, which can include weekends. You are provided with a private space within the home. In addition to providing a private living space, all utilities, groceries, and rent are paid for. The use of a company vehicle including gas during work time is available.

Annual combined salary for a couple begins at approximately $144,000 and individuals begin at approximately $72,000. This can be higher depending on the schedule needs of the home.

DUTIES:

Perform duties of a DSP, direct support professional, which include: assisting with activities of daily living; assisting with personal care; assisting with medical management; becoming a CRMA and passing medication; maintaining the home/ residence of the clients; assisting with meal management; managing house credit card and maintaining agency assigned vehicle; being part of a person-centered planning team and implementing personal plans.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent and valid driver's license are required.

Competitive Benefits Package:

• Health/Dental/Vision /Pet Insurance

• 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.

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