Job Overview Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing round-the-clock support and supervision to adults with Autism and developmental disabilities in a residential setting at We Thrive LLC. In this role, your daily efforts will champion their independence, helping them live fulfilling and productive lives by following individualized care plan, you will actively support residents with community integration, daily living activities, and life-skills development. Duties Establish a caring rapport and maintain a safe, welcoming environment for all residents. Provides care that promotes the rights, dignity, freedom of choice, and individuality of the resident Actively engage with supported individuals by participating in their hobbies, personal interests, and recreational activities. Understands resident Individual Plans, and provides support to the residents according to their plan as well as all behavioral, medical, and specialized support needs. Accompany and transport residents, using personal vehicle, to medical appointments, day program, work, shopping trips, and other community outings. Support or perform housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, organized, and safe home environment as well as grocery shopping, meal planning, cooking, cleaning, and other duties as assigned. Assist, support or prompt residents with daily hygiene, personal care, and grooming routines as needed to promote comfort and dignity. Report immediately any evidence of abuse, neglect or violation of resident rights. Lift, transfer, moves and transport residents, using proper body mechanics with safety devices for accident prevention. Completes documentation at the end of every shift according to the standards in place. Communicates and interacts effectively and tactfully with resident, their care team, family members, guardians, case workers, and other stakeholders. Performs other duties assigned by Supervisor. Implements and adheres to all We Thrive policies and procedures Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or have a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are needed from this job candidate. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities Valid Maine Driver License, car registration and car insurance Current certifications required:

FA/CPR, DSP/CDS, CRMA

Authorized to work in the United States Essential job

Requirements:

Ability to read, write and communicate proficiently in the English Lan guage Ability to lift/push/pull 50lbs. Ability to work on holidays and during inclement weather. Able to shovel and clear pathways Vaccination records for Flu, Hepatitis B, Varicella, and MMR Regularly required to talk, hear, and see to the extent necessary to perform the essential functions of this position We are hiring Direct Support Professionals for our residential programs in the Lewiston and Bangor area. Equal Employment Opportunity We Thrive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Pay:

$16.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Flexible schedule Paid time off

Work Location:

In person