What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Direct Support Professional: Full-Time position at Andwell Health Partners?
Lead Direct Support Professional
Waterville, ME
About Andwell:
At Andwell, you don’t just work here, you belong.
Being a part of the team at Andwell Health Partners means belonging to a community of people with purpose, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of those we serve by providing innovative and compassionate health care in the comfort of their homes and communities.
- Comprehensive benefit package to support life outside of work.
- Stability – An employer of choice for 50 years.
- Centralized HR, IT, education, and employee experience departments for improved support.
Benefits:
- Incredibly flexible Health Insurance plans
- Education Reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Opportunities for internal promotions
What You’ll Do:
- Support adult consumers who have an intellectual disability or Autism Spectrum Disorder, to address unmet needs, utilize strengths, and fulfill life goals.
- Follow an individual support plan to develop life skills to improve daily functioning, gain effective social skills to build relationships, and to promote health and independence at home and in the community.
- Provide direct care paraprofessional staff (DSP) with direct supervision.
- Employee performance reviews, drafting and delivering disciplinary action, completing required HR paperwork, etc.
What You’ll Bring:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license, with reliable transportation and auto insurance.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Compassionate & caring demeanor, and leadership capabilities.
- Passion for helping people with disabilities live healthier, happier lives.
- 2 years of experience working with adults with disabilities is preferred.
Come see what we do with a ride-along or job shadow!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.