What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) position at PSL Services/STRIVE?
DSP for Day Program - $1,750 Sign-on Bonus!
Need a change of pace in your career? Looking for a FUN job that allows you to make a difference in people's lives? Then this job is for you!
PSL Services/STRIVE is seeking motivated, organized individuals to fill full-time or part-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) roles in the following programs:
Community Support Services (Portland area)
Home Support Services (Portland area)
STRIVE Bayside (Currently in Portland, but moving to Yarmouth soon)
We offer customizable schedules between the hours of 9:00am-5:00pm Mondays-Fridays and we will work with you to find hours that fit your needs. High School Diploma or equivalent required and we will train the successful applicant. $1,750 Sign-on Bonus for the successful applicant plus $250 bonus if already DSP, MHRT-1, CRMA, or Ed Tech III certified!
The Community Support Program of PSL Services is designed for adults with intellectual disabilities and offers a wide range of community based services specifically designed and individualized to meet the needs of participants.
What we Offer You:
- 3 weeks paid vacation/year
- 5 paid sick days/year
- 11 paid holidays off
- Generous Benefits including: FREE Health Insurance, FREE Dental Insurance, FREE Life insurance, low-cost vision insurance, 401(k) matching, FSA, HSA, and more.
- Employee assistance program, Signing bonus, Professional Development Assistance
- Employee Discounts
- Eligible Employer for PSLF Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- A unique, fulfilling and supportive work environment where you have fun every day!
Responsibilities and Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Drivers License and reliable vehicle
- Supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities on their life skill goals while maintaining a safe, comfortable and fun atmosphere
- Providing support in community activities with participants.
- Building relationships with clients and providing emotional support and crisis intervention when necessary
No direct support experience required - we will train the successful applicant!
PSL Services/STRIVE is an equal opportunity employer
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.08 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Intellectual disabilities: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17
