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OHI Inc
Direct Support Professional
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Home Health Aide helps individuals who are disabled, elderly, or chronically ill with daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, and light housekeeping. They can care for patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, and may perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require more comprehensive agency-approved training programs.
$40,023 / year median in Maine
+19% projected growth
Job Description
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) shall be at least 18 years of age. The DSP shall have demonstrated ability to support people with disabilities; ability to work a flexible schedule; crisis prevention, intervention, and teaching skills; and a valid Maine drivers license and own vehicle for most direct support positions. A High School Diploma/GED is not required, however is preferred The DSP shall have or acquire and shall maintain Certified Residential Medication Aide (CRMA) certification, First Aid/CPR certification, PACT certification, and/or Direct Support Professional (DSP) Certification, within the first 30 days preferably and ongoingly thereafter. The DSP shall be medically cleared and fit tested for an N95 respirator and shall maintain required vaccinations and immunizations. The DSP shall be an approved driver for OHI. Training and Certifications OHI provides all of the training and certifications required to hold this position, and we pay new staff to complete the training. This includes Direct Support Professional training, CRMA, non-violent crisis prevention and intervention, and more! Full Time, Day and Awake overnight positions available. Starting at 17.00-17.50 per hou OHI works off of a