CRMA -Direct Support Professionals (DSP)

We are offering a $500 sign-on bonus!

VOA Northern New England is seeking CRMA certified Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to work with clients in our Home Support and our residential program in Bar Harbor, ME. (Please note: these employment opportunities do not provide housing).

At VOA, we know that it is our employees who make the greatest difference. We seek compassionate, hard-working people who find satisfaction working with a vulnerable population. We value employee individuality, uniqueness, and we value their voice, too.

CRMA certification preferred but we will train!

Locations: Bar Harbor, ME

Positions & Shifts available:

• 1 Full time: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday 11am - 7pm & Wednesday 7pm - 7am
• 1 Part time: Wednesday 11am - 3pm, Thursday & Friday 11am - 7pm

Pay: $20/hour plus $1.50/hour weekend differential

Essential Job Functions:

• Support the infrastructure provided for the personal growth of the individuals in the program.
• Provide for the care and supervision of clients while assisting and supervising activities of daily living (e.g. cooking, personal hygiene, transportation). This may include hands-on personal care.
• Advocate for consumer’s rights with an overall goal of community inclusion.
• Support engagement with both the broader community where the individuals live, as well as amongst the community within the house.
• Support individuals in community and group functions.Assist individuals in accessing community events.
• Provide creative options for daily and weekly activities and support individuals to engage.
• Support individuals in all aspects of wellness, with a daily goal of improving their mental and physical health.
• Participate in program plan implementation, provide continuous instruction, supervision, training, and encouragement as outlined in individual person-centered plans.
• Complete all documentation of treatment goals, reports, and other areas of program compliance in a timely manner.
• Maintain the facility in a safe and clean condition, as needed, and report repair needs in a timely manner.
• Advise the supervisor of any special needs or emergencies and recommend follow-up.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with consumers, families, and other agencies.
• Complete initial and on-going training requirements.

Qualifications:

• CRMA certification preferred.
• DSP certification is preferred or must be obtained upon hire through our paid training.
• CPR and First Aide certification is preferred or must be obtained upon hire through our paid training.
• A minimum of one- year of experience working with people with intellectual disabilities/autism spectrum disorder is preferred.
• Knowledge of basic homemaking skills, understanding of community resources, implementation of individual service plans, and documentation of care preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, including active listening, written, oral, and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to self-motivate and initiate work independently.
• Solid relationship-building skills, with the ability to exhibit compassion and patience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• A valid Maine driver’s license, reliable transportation and a good driving record are required.

$500 SIGN ON BONUS is paid out at 90 days of successful continuous employment.

Volunteers of America is an equal opportunity employer; and all employment-related decisions are made without consideration of individuals’ race, sex, age, national origin, disability status or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid training

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20