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Pay

$16.00 an hour

Shift and schedule

Weekdays
Overnights
Weekends as needed

Benefits

401(k)
Mileage reimbursement
Paid time off
Flexible schedule

Full job description

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Pledge Residential Care provides direct support services to adults with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, and behavioral health needs within residential and community settings. DSPs are responsible for supporting individuals in achieving greater independence, community inclusion, personal growth, and overall quality of life while ensuring services are delivered in accordance with each individual’s Person-Centered Plan, Support Plan, Behavioral Support Plan, HCBS standards, and MaineCare regulations.

This position requires the ability to provide support in both home and community environments while maintaining the safety, dignity, rights, and well-being of all individuals served.

DSP staff may be required to travel within a 30-mile radius of their assigned program or home and may transport individuals to appointments, activities, employment, recreational outings, and community events.

Weekend, evening, holiday, and overnight availability may be required depending on program needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to:

Providing direct care and supervision to individuals receiving services
Assisting individuals with activities of daily living (ADLs), including hygiene, meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, medication administration support, and daily routines
Ensuring the individual’s Person-Centered Plan and goals guide all support activities
Maintaining the health, safety, and welfare of individuals within the home and community
Supporting individuals in accessing and participating in community activities, employment opportunities, appointments, and recreational interests
Encouraging independence, self-advocacy, socialization, and skill development
Implementing behavioral support strategies and intervention plans as trained
Completing daily documentation, progress notes, incident reports, medication documentation, and other required records accurately and within required timelines
Following HCBS regulations, agency policies, confidentiality standards, and mandatory reporting requirements
Assisting with transportation using agency or personal vehicles as approved
Communicating professionally with guardians, case managers, medical professionals, coworkers, and leadership
Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized environment within the residential setting
Attending required trainings, staff meetings, and supervision sessions
Performing other duties as assigned by leadership

Position Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Valid Maine driver’s license with acceptable driving record
Proof of current automobile insurance meeting agency requirements
Reliable transportation
Ability to pass required background checks and maintain eligibility for employment under Maine DHHS regulations
DSP certification preferred or willingness to obtain upon hire
CRMA certification preferred for applicable positions, (will provide training)
Basic computer skills and ability to utilize electronic documentation systems, email, and internet-based training platforms
Ability to safely support individuals with varying behavioral, medical, and physical support needs
Ability to lift, transfer, and physically assist individuals as required by program needs

Benefits

Pledge Residential Care offers eligible employees:

Flexible scheduling
Paid training
Paid travel time where applicable
Mileage reimbursement
Paid time off (PTO)
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
Career advancement opportunities
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Supportive team environment
Work/life balance
No-cost job-specific training provided by the agency

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Pledge Residential Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Compensation: $16.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

Who We Are

PLEDGE RESIDENTIAL CARE provides in-home care and support services under a Home and Community-Based Waiver for adults with intellectual disability, mental health, and physical disabilities who meet institutional levels of care and choose to live in the community. Our support services are designed to maximize the opportunity to achieve the greatest degree of self-sufficiency and independence chosen by our members.

Mission Statement

PLEDGE RESIDENTIAL CARE serves people with IDD/ASD, Section 21 and Section 29, providing a safe and conflict-free environment for people with IDD/ASD.

We advocate for individuals to achieve their day-to-day goals in an integrated community setting.
We care about the future of individuals by helping connect them to community resources.
We seek to enhance collaboration among clients and their families with DHHS and with our agency.
We promote the quality of services by ensuring clients’ needs and rights are voiced, represented, and integrated through Person-Centered Planning.
Our DSPs provide valuable life skills development as part of the Individual Plan of Care.

Vision Statement

We envision individuals living in an integrated setting in an inclusive community and growing in his or her confidence in their ability to meet their daily goals.

Core Values

At PLEDGE RESIDENTIAL CARE, we value and respect every human being regardless of his/her health or disability status; and we believe in equality for all. Every client has rights. Our core values include integrity, respect, dignity, celebration, continuous improvement, and empowerment.

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