What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSP - Art and Outdoor Experiential Mentor position at Creative Trails?
Job description
Explore, Adventure, Hike, Create, and Engage with the Community!
*Cumberland County, York County, and Surrounding Areas*
JOB OPENINGS
- Part-Time or Full-Time
- 8:30a - 4:00p
- Available shifts Monday through Friday.
ABOUT US:
Creative Trails has been a community support program staple for over 18 years, (a subsidiary of Support Solutions, a private, non-profit organization). Support Solutions has been providing direct care and support services to individuals with intellectual and mental health uniqueness, in central and southern Maine, since 1997.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Spend your workdays exploring the coastal and wooded hiking trails in Southern and Central Maine or spend time in the vibrant community in the greater Portland area. Also support individuals with making art, volunteering, or engaging in agricultural experiences-- as part of a great team!
Hours: Full time 36 hours.
South Portland Foundation Program supports adults with mental uniquenesses, in accessing their chosen community, including spending time daily outdoors exploring, as well as teaching art, and foundational skills.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Inspiring, engaging, casual, lively, fun, creative, diverse, and supportive.
An amazing team of interesting and dynamic participants and coworkers!
CHECK US OUT!
Find us on our website at: www.creativetrails.org
Find us on Facebook at: creative_trails_me
We provide our Direct Support Professional staff with paid training, (DSP, CPR/FA, Safety Care). Support Solutions provides a fun and rewarding work environment, benefits package, and PAID in-house professional development (training- Direct Support Professional certification, CPR/First Aid, and Safety Care).
Support Solutions status as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization may qualify you for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness.
Here are just a few of the many ways we support our individuals:
- Advocate and serve as an appropriate role model for the individual, and treat them with dignity and respect.
- Participate in developing and carrying out plans to meet the needs of the individual.
- Organize, supervise, and interact with the individual(s) supported.
- Be creative with accessing and planning activities in the community.
- Transport individuals in the community in a company van.
- Complete required documentation.
To be considered a great candidate you must...
- Have a high school diploma or GED
- Willingness to undergo background checks in accordance with local law/regulations
- Have an acceptable driving record and background checks (including criminal, driving, the OIG, DHHS, APS, and other governmental agencies)
- Have a valid Maine driver’s license and a reliable insured vehicle
- Have the ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and written.
COMPANY BENEFITS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING DEPENDING ON EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
- Health Insurance (eligible for medical if 30hrs or more per week)
- Dental Insurance (FT employees only)
- Vision Insurance (FT employees only)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance ($15,000 free for FT employees only)
- Paid Time Off
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.50 per hour for in-program services, with opportunities for advancement
Expected hours: over 36 hours per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 7.5 hour shift (considered full-time)
- Day shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- Auto Insurance (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- South Portland, ME 04106 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Pay: $16.50 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- Auto Insurance (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- South Portland, ME 04106 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17