Program Specialist DSP

Ready for a positive change? Come join a company that values its employees and demonstrates it. Many of our staff have been with us for 10, 20, and even 30 plus years--there must be a reason. The Amicus Bouchea Center for Learning program offer unique support services and caring and positive environment for those served through specialized home and community-based supports, art, life skill, self-advocacy, and community inclusion activities designed to maximize individual potential and growth. Join a professional team to support individuals with intellectual challenges and autism in an environment of positive respect and energy. Our focus is to help individuals to maximize their independence, growth, and quality of life through skill building, community involvement, creativity, and self-advocacy. This position is based at our 13th Street location in our recently-redesigned state of the art program site as well as in the community. The successful candidate will be responsible inputting plan data for the program as well as providing community and/or home supports to consumers. Full-time benefits include 100% agency-paid health insurance, dental, Maine PMFL, LTD, and life insurance premiums, a generous time-off accrual, 401k company match, tuition reimbursement, as well as other benefits.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in related field with relevant experience preferred; however, an Associate's degree (or minimum of 60 hours of related college-level courses) combined with directly-related experience will also be considered. Strong communication and organizational skills and an acceptable driving record required. Successful candidate will have a collaborative spirit. DSP certification preferred, but will train. This is a full-time Monday-Friday position--no weekends or evenings required. A completed application is required prior to interview consideration. This may be found at www.amicusgroup.org or by contacting kskolfield@amicusgroup.org . Amicus is an EOE.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.50 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person