DSP
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$18.75+ per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Portland, Maine |
About this job
Join our team and develop your careeer as a Caregiver and earn your Direct Support Professional certification.
Starting Wage: $18.75 / hour with additional pay for Certified Registered Medication Aide (CRMA)
Our Residents love to plan a party or a BBQ picnic, come join our team and enjoy our fun activities with our residents!!!
Would you like to make a difference every day in someone’s life? In this role you will carry out rewarding work and play a crucial role in the success of our organization.
- Provide training, assistance and supervision to individuals receiving care in the areas of living skills, therapeutic recreation, and other forms of assistance in both residential and community settings.
- Assist with daily activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, and medication administration.
- Facilitate the working relationships between employers and individuals served, and support community involvement by accompanying them on outings, or providing transportation to work or other activities.
- Work closely with our clinical staff to support the therapeutic and behavioral plans in place.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Valid Driver's License from state of residence for minimum 1 year
- Successful clearance of background checks and excellent driving reccord
- A caring attitude with a dedication to assisting others
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication skills
- A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach
- A commitment to quality in everything you do
Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.
We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.
As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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