Direct Support Professional: Augusta at Creative Works – Augusta, Maine

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP)

Pay rate: $19/hour

Full time overnight schedules available!

Creative Works supports adults with disabilities, at home, at work and in the community. If you are looking for a career to feel proud of, we want to hear from you!

We are hiring full time Direct Support Professionals for our brain injury residential programs in Augusta, ME, including our brand new house!

We offer 11 paid holidays, 14 days paid time off, and a comprehensive benefits package options, including but not limited to: health, dental, and vision insurance, short term disability, long term disability, life insurance and 403b retirement plan with company match.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:

Responsible for the overall well-being of program participants by cultivating an environment that fosters independence within a safe learning environment and that encourages the enhancement of positive relationships.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Advocate for assigned individual(s), i.e., attend all meetings, ensure all medical, dental and therapy appointments are scheduled and kept and assist in developing and maintaining family and community relationships.

Attend to individuals’ personal care needs. (This may include lifting and assisting individuals in and out of wheelchairs, use of Hoyer lift and maintaining good hygiene.)

Transport individuals, as needed, using personal vehicle (i.e., to appointments, work, etc.)

Transfer from one assignment to another as requested (e.g., from one residence to another or from day program to residence and vice versa).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist in developing, implementing and monitoring Individual Program Plans (IPP).

Maintain accurate records including daily logs, individual files, and accident and incident reports.

Maintain open and focused communication with team members regarding goals and progress of program participants.

Be sure any facility where individuals use CW services, (i.e., residences, day program or community -based centers) are kept clean and safe.

Project professional image at all times.

PHYSICAL TOLERANCES:

Ability to do standing/sedentary tasks for long periods of time.

Ability to perform range of motion tasks, including but not limited to; reaching, bending, stretching, stooping and lifting.

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (all personnel are trained in correct lifting procedures.)

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED

Experience supporting people with brain injuries and/or disabilities preferred.

Must have or be willing to obtain trainings within the Agency’s specified timeline including but not limited to: DSP, CPR/FA, CRMA, Welle, QBISP.

Must have adequate writing skills to maintain documentation standards, reports, IPPs, and any other writing expectation in the program.

Valid U.S. Driver’s License

Satisfactory driving record per agency’s insurance company standards

Must have ability to communicate well in the program, including the ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language so that the support of the participant receiving services can be met, and so that the relationship and work with co-workers, doctors, therapists and others in the community is successful.