Lead Direct Support Professional: Full-Time Position Available In Kennebec, Maine
Tallo's Job Summary: Lead Direct Support Professional in Waterville, ME with Andwell Health Partners. Support adult consumers with disabilities, supervise DSP staff, and assist with performance management. Requirements include a high school diploma, driver's license, and 2 years of experience preferred. Benefits include flexible health insurance, education reimbursement, and internal promotion opportunities. Join a team dedicated to enhancing lives in the comfort of home and community.
Job Description
Lead Direct Support Professional Waterville, ME About Andwell:
At Andwell, you don’t just work here, you belong. Being a part of the team at Andwell Health Partners means belonging to a community of people with purpose, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of those we serve by providing innovative and compassionate health care in the comfort of their homes and communities. + Comprehensive benefit package to support life outside of work. + Stability – An employer of choice for 50 years. + Centralized HR, IT, education, and employee experience departments for improved support.
Benefits:
+ Incredibly flexible Health Insurance plans + Education Reimbursement + Paid time off + Opportunities for internal promotions
What You’ll Do:
+ Support adult consumers who have an intellectual disability or Autism Spectrum Disorder, to address unmet needs, utilize strengths, and fulfill life goals. + Follow an individual support plan to develop life skills to improve daily functioning, gain effective social skills to build relationships, and to promote health and independence at home and in the community. + Provide direct care paraprofessional staff (DSP) with direct supervision. + Employee performance reviews, drafting and delivering disciplinary action, completing required HR paperwork, etc.
What You’ll Bring:
+ High school diploma or equivalent. + Valid driver’s license, with reliable transportation and auto insurance. + Strong written and verbal communication skills. + Compassionate & caring demeanor, and leadership capabilities. + Passion for helping people with disabilities live healthier, happier lives. + 2 years of experience working with adults with disabilities is preferred. Come see what we do with a ride-along or job shadow! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
