What are the responsibilities and job description for the Independent Support Worker - Penobscot County position at Catholic Charities Maine?
For seniors and adults with physical disabilities, living independently at home can be a challenge when it comes to the tasks of daily living. Through our statewide Independent Support Services (ISS) Program — also known as the Homemaker Services Program — Catholic Charities connects isolated seniors and physically disabled adults with a professionally-supervised team of dedicated paraprofessionals who help with a variety of tasks to help them remain independent in their home.
The ISS program is currently seeking Independent Support Workers. Duties may include:
- Housekeeping tasks such as: washing dishes, changing bedding, laundry, vacuuming, moping, dusting, cleaning kitchen and bathrooms.
- Meal planning/prep tasks including grocery shopping and carrying groceries into client’s home.
- Running Errands
- Occasional transportation
Positions available are: On-Call (14-18 hours/week), Part-Time (20-29 hours/week), or Full-Time (30-40 hours/week), depending on the area served.
Pay: $17.69 per hour
Benefits include:
- A great team of coworkers
- Competitive pay
- Flexible work schedule (you make your own)
- Mileage reimbursement for errands
- 10% discount at CCM Child development centers (Biddeford & Portland)
- 20% off at Threads of Hope Thrift stores (Sanford & Caribou)
- All employees earn Paid Time Off
- Full-Time employees also earn:
- Short- and long-term disability, basic life insurance (employer paid!)
- A choice of three (3) comprehensive medical plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Bereavement Time off
- 401k agency contribution
- Highly Incentivized Health and Wellness program including up to $100 reimbursement per year on health and wellness purchases, as well as access to group & individual wellness coaching
- Dental and Vision insurance options
- Accident & Critical Illness Insurance with a paid “Health Screening” benefit (optional)
Qualifications: Must have a high school diploma or GED, own reliable transportation, a clean driving record and a valid driver’s license. Must have an active email address and the ability to report time worked online. Must be able to lift, carry, push or pull up to 20 lbs.
You may submit your cover letter and resume (indicating the position title) via our website (www.ccmaine.org) or email (hrdepartment@ccmaine.org), fax (207-344-6617), or mail to Human Resources Office, Catholic Charities Maine P.O. Box 10660, Portland, ME 04104.
Catholic Charities Maine is a United Way and EOE/Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disabled Employer. Catholic Charities Maine participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please go to: https://www.ccmaine.org
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