Caregiver

Description

New Communities is proud to have been named one of the 2024 Best Places to Work in Maine. This recognition reflects our commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and rewarding environment for our team members. Join our award-winning team!

There has never been a better time to start a career in healthcare! New Communities offers PAID TRAINING opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and hands on experience working in direct care. If you want to work as a caregiver in a rewarding environment while making an impact on the lives of seniors and adults with disabilities, then jumpstart your career at New Communities!

Pay rate dependent on position, shift, certifications, and experience, ranging from $15.00 - $20.25/hr. Hiring immediately!

Various Caregiver roles available in Biddeford, ME:

We are seeking a highly motivated Personal Support Specialist (PSS) or Certified Residential Medication Aide (CRMA) to join our team at Biddeford Estates Assisted Living Facility. As a PSS, you will provide exceptional care and support to seniors in our facility. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and grooming and encouraging our residents to participate in fun, recreational activities.

Are you a caregiver looking for change? A PSS or CRMA job would be a great opportunity for you at our no-lift facility!

We are also seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician (MHRT) for our residential programs. As an MHRT, you will be responsible for providing support to adults with persistent mental health challenges. Your main focus will be to assist clients in achieving their goals as established in their personal plan, while also acting as a positive role model for them. You will administer medications, encourage positive change through positive reinforcement and encourage client community integration and inclusion.

Maybe you are an aspiring case manager, counselor, or clinician who wants to get a foot in the door? Join us to jumpstart your career and work towards your goal with assistance from our tuition reimbursement program! New Communities values hiring from within for our leadership positions and provides the potential for growth opportunities within the organization.

Caregiver Benefits:

• Paid training opportunities and certifications
• Same day pay option
• Health insurance with 3 plans to choose from, including Health Savings Account options with company contribution
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Paid time off - Up to 15 days off per year for full-time employee
• Tuition reimbursement up to $2000/year
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 5% company match
• Wellness program including fitness reimbursement
• Birthday bonus
• Making a difference!

Full-time, part-time, and flexible per diem/relief PSS, CRMA and MHRT-1 direct care positions are available in Biddeford, Maine. Day, evening, and overnight shifts available, per diem/relief shifts allow flexibility for coverage on all shifts, especially overnight and weekend.

Requirements

• A high school diploma/GED
• 18 years of age or over
• Active driver's license required for MHRT positions. Not required for PSS positions.
• Experience in direct care, preferred, but not required. Willing to train.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with residents and coworkers whose primary language is English

Salary : $2,000