What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSP (Direct Support Professional) position at Brighter Heights Maine, LLC?
Brighter Heights Maine is looking for engaging and patient DSPs to work in a home with just one resident.
Pay: $16-18/hr, may be higher depending on experience
Schedule:
Thursday 7p-7a
Friday 5p-7a
Saturday 5p-7a
DSP Perks:
- Comprehensive and affordable medical/dental and vision insurance
- PTO
- Paid Training
- 401K
DSP Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience:
- One year of experience with adults in a supervised setting
- Must have strong Communication and computer skills
- Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license
Licensure:
Must have an existing DSP Certificate and Certified Residential Medication Aide Certificate( CRMA) is highly preferred. If needed, we will provide CRMA training at no cost to you.
DSP Responsibilities:
- work with our clients, their families and other service providers to promote independence
- help them develop daily living skills, provide direct care and administer medication if you have your CRMA.
- assist with housekeeping, personal hygiene, transportation, meal prep, grocery shopping,
- take clients into the community for outings.
- always maintain respect for our clients and treat them with dignity
About Brighter Heights Maine:
We are a behavioral health agency supporting Maine residents with compassion and dignity through a variety of programs and services.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
Schedule:
- Overnight shift
Application Question(s):
- what is the best way to reach you: text, call or email? What is your email address?
- Are you aware this is a 40 hour a week overnight position? Please state yes
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- DSP: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- DSP certification (Preferred)
- CRMA certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18
