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Direct Support Professional (DSP)

@ Assistance Plus
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Gardiner, Maine, United States
$18-$18/hrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Assisting clients, Ensuring safety, Performing duties
Requirements Summary:High school diploma or equivalent preferred; valid Maine driver’s license; vehicle insurance; 17+; DSP certification; basic computer/email access.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Email, Internet, Computer
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Job Description

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) carries out services that focus on the specific needs of adults with developmental disabilities and/or autism by providing Community Support, Community Membership, or Home Support services. The DSP will ensure the quality and safe delivery of approved community and home-based services as outlined in the Support or Comprehensive Waivers.

This position will be required to travel within a 30 mile radius of their home and will transport clients in their communities.

The ability to work weekend hours is required for this position.

Duties include and are not limited to:

  • Ensuring that the clients plan of care drives all service activities
  • Ensuring the safety of the clients while in their home and community
  • Assisting clients in exploring and pursuing areas of interest in employment by accessing community activities and resources for Community Support and Community Membership only
  • Ensuring Community Membership services are provided in the clients community and are centered around the clients individual interests and plan of care
  • Performing other duties as assigned