What are the responsibilities and job description for the Per Diem Direct Support Professional position at Volunteers of America Northern New England?
Are you passionate about working in the intellectual or developmental disabilities field? Are you looking for a career opportunity that allows you to experience the joy of serving others? If so, then we are the company for you! Volunteers of America Northern New England serves people and communities in need and measures company success in positive changes in the lives of individuals and communities we serve. We provide competitive wages and highly rewarding opportunities. It is more than a job- it is a service within a wonderful culture!
We also value the individual employee and their voice- bring your whole self to work to flourish. We are proud to be rated 92% by our staff as an incredibly welcoming place to work!
VOA Northern New England is proud to be a certified Great Place to Work organization into 2024!
Our IDD group home, Treasure House, in Belfast, MEis hiring for a dedicated direct support professional for a program that operates on a 24/7 basis.
We are looking for a Per Diem DSP to boost our staffing.
- Starting pay: $18 per hour ($18.50 per hour with CRMA)!
- This is a part-time position
Volunteers of America also offers a weekend pay differential from Friday 11 pm -Sunday 11 pm of $1.50/hour extra.
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VOA Northern New England will pay for training in this field for candidates that are chosen that do not have necessary certification; however, preference will be given to candidates who are CRMA and DSP certified.
The staff at Treasure House provide residential programming to support individuals in all aspects of wellness as encouraged and outlined in their person-centered care plans. These responsibilities include prompting and supporting residents with activities of daily living, culinary arts food preparation, providing creative options for activities and community integration, maintaining the facility in a safe and clean condition, and ensuring the health and safety of our residents.
At Volunteers of America, we know it’s our employees who make the greatest difference. We are seeking compassionate, hard-working people who find satisfaction working with a vulnerable population. If you want to be a part of our great team, please apply today.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma required; college education in relevant discipline or experience working within the human services field preferred.
- DSP certification is preferred or must be obtained upon hire through our paid training.
- A minimum of one year 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.
- Valid Maine driver’s license and good driving record are required.
- Per the state of Maine regulations, all behavioral health and IDD employees will be required to submit proof of immunization records upon employment for the following: Flu, MMR, Varicella, and Hepatitis B.
Volunteers of America is also proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Starting Pay: $18-$18.50
Apply today!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24 per week
License/Certification:
- Maine Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $19
