What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSP (Direct Support Professional) position at Maine Vocational & Rehabilitation Associates?
Up to $800 Sign on bonus! Competitive wages! Opportunities for growth!
At MVRA, we are looking for a compassionate and dedicated individual to add to our team as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in our growing residential program. As a DSP at MVRA, you will be responsible for providing support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will work closely with our team to help individuals increase their skills for greater independence and achieve their goals.
Schedule:
Friday 8am-4pm, Saturday 8am-8pm, Sunday 8am-8pm
32 hours total
Qualifications:
- A strong work ethic and dependability
- An understanding of working as a team
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Requirements:
- Availability to work evenings and weekends
- A valid driver’s license in good standing and reliable transportation
- Ability to pass the background check requirements
- DSP certification
- CRMA certification
- CPR/First Aid certification
Responsibilities:
- Provide support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism
- Assist with daily living activities
- Administer medication following regulations and guidelines
- Ensure a clean and safe environment is maintained
- Assist with coordinating or providing transportation to appointments, outings, and activities
- Encourage and support individuals to increase their independence
- Connect individuals with communities that match their interests and passions, helping to build healthy natural supports and increase social value
- Empower individuals to understand their rights and advocate for their needs
- Maintain compliance with all state and federal rules and regulations
Why Work With Us:
- We are committed to building a supportive and inclusive environment
- We provide opportunities for professional growth and development
- We are passionate about helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities achieve their goals
If you are a compassionate and dedicated individual who is passionate about helping others, and you have the availability to match our needs, we hope you consider applying today!
Note: Prior experience is a plus, MVRA will provide training for the right person. Some programs require training to be completed prior to working in the field.
Sign-on bonus details:
$500 sign on bonus, with an additional $300 for fully certified employees
*Fully certified individuals will have their DSP certification and a current CRMA certification
MVRA (mainevocandrehab.com)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.75 - $19.25 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Every weekend
- Holidays
- Night shift
- On call
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- DSP: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- DSP (Preferred)
- CRMA (Medication administration) (Preferred)
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $19