What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (Adult) position at Spurwink?
Spurwink is hiring hard-working candidates like you to become a Direct Support Professional in Gorham. We have varying schedules available at this location.
DSP's learn to deliver care to adults with intellectual disabilities and jumpstart a fulfilling career with plenty of opportunity for advancement. They will help clients develop and strengthen interpersonal and coping skills, while guiding them in creating positive relationships with family and peers. In this role, Direct Support Professionals serve as an invaluable role model to adults with disabilities.
Duties
Provide support to adults with intellectual disabilities in agency homes, including medication administration, assisting with activities of daily living and personal care, community integration, and providing positive behavioral supports.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent. Must be willing and able to provide personal care to all genders. All applicants must maintain a current driver's license and a clean driving record as outlined in Spurwink's Driving policy.
Competitive Benefits Package
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DSP's learn to deliver care to adults with intellectual disabilities and jumpstart a fulfilling career with plenty of opportunity for advancement. They will help clients develop and strengthen interpersonal and coping skills, while guiding them in creating positive relationships with family and peers. In this role, Direct Support Professionals serve as an invaluable role model to adults with disabilities.
Duties
Provide support to adults with intellectual disabilities in agency homes, including medication administration, assisting with activities of daily living and personal care, community integration, and providing positive behavioral supports.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent. Must be willing and able to provide personal care to all genders. All applicants must maintain a current driver's license and a clean driving record as outlined in Spurwink's Driving policy.
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)
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