Home and Community Support Specialist

MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY

BECOME A DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

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Would you like to leave work every day knowing you made a difference in someone’s life? Direct Support Professionals support people with disabilities to live rewarding and fulfilled lives, and SKILLS is currently seeking motivated individuals to join our team working one on one to support an adult with disabilities in the Milo, Maine area.
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This part time support specialist position earns a competitive wage of $16.78- $18.09/hour PLUS $2 more an hour for all service hours provided on a one on one basis. This position has a primary schedule of 25 hours per week Monday - Friday 1st shift, with occasional later afternoon hours. The right applicant may also commit to additional hours in our residential programs to maintain a full time status and receive a generous benefit package. We provide terrific benefits for our employees working 30 hours/week, including 100% employer-paid health and life insurance, voluntary vision and dental insurances, and paid time off (PTO) as well as a 403(b) with 100% employer match. Additionally, we offer paid training! If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today!

ABOUT SKILLS, INC

A Maine nonprofit, we were founded by families. In the 1950’s, different families built nonprofits to support their children with intellectual disabilities. SKILLS was born from those early organizations. We started serving only adults with intellectual disabilities. Over the last 60 years, we have added services and expanded programs. Our mission is to provide a supportive environment for employees and people receiving support. We see the individual – not a person defined by their disability, but by their dreams, aspirations, and capabilities. We see the AMAZING in everyone.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to pass a background check upon hire
• A heart for supporting people with disabilities

Responsibilities
- Provide direct care, support, and transportation to adults with disabilities in their home and in their communities.
- Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Monitor and document observations and behaviors.
- Utilize first aid skills when necessary.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for adults with disabilities.
- Engage in social work practices to promote a positive and supportive environment.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Pay: $16.78 - $18.09 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $18