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Assist in the development of the program; implementation of individual program goals, plan and implement community based activities focusing on participant’s choices; assist with personal care as needed and assigned; assist Program Director in implementation of the program; assist and/or substitute for fellow DSP as needed. DSP adheres to the policies and procedures set forth by the board of directors at HopeStone.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION
§ High school diploma or equivalent.
§ Successful completion of a certified Direct Support Professionals by CDS.
§ Certification in CPR and First Aid.
§ Experience working with people with intellectual or other developmental disabilities.
§ Ability to relate positive image to participants, their families, support people and the community.
§ Ability to work cooperatively with peers and supervisor.
§ Good physical health.
ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS/FUNCTIONS
· Employee must be at least (18) years of age.
· Employee must be able to read and write proficiently.
· Employee must have and maintain a Maine’s driver’s license, proof of good driving records as well as held the driver’s license consistently for three years.
· Provide proof of auto insurance as required and retain the ability to be insured with a 100/300 deductible.
· Employee must be able to successfully complete all required training in the required time allotted.
· Employee must be physically capable of transferring, assisting with transfers and lifting persons who require physical assistance.
· Employee must be able to reach and bend as they assist participants with physical activities.
· High school diploma or equivalent
· Ability to pass mandatory drug screen and physical
· Pass a criminal history and personal background checks
· Requires basic language, written and computer skills necessary for communication and documentation
· Ability and willingness to assist individual in activities of daily living including bathing, toileting and other self-help skills
· Ability and willingness to support individuals with challenging behavior
· CPR/ 1ST Aid certified.
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.50 - $18.75 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
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Work Location: In person
Full Time | Part Time
$43k-54k (estimate)
05/11/2023
09/12/2024
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