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Affinity

DSP: Part-time Community/Home Support

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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

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Job Description

Affinity Direct Support Professional A sign-on incentive of up to $1000! $500 after 90 days of employment, and an additional $500 at one year. The DSP starting base wage is $17-$19/hr.
Location:
China Hours:
Provide support to a young adult male at his home and in the community. Hours available Friday night or weekends. Flexible schedule, 8-10 hours per week. Do you enjoy working with adults, children, or teenagers? Making a positive impact in an individual and family's life? Do the qualities below express your personality? This is the perfect position for you! Affinity is seeking applicants with the following qualities or interests to join our
Team:
  • Reliable
  • Creative
  • Patient
  • Outgoing
  • Flexible
  • Compassionate
  • Empathetic
  • Passion for books and music
  • Caring
  • Fun•Energetic•Thoughtful•Motivated• Affinity's BHPs and DSPs provide in-home and community support to adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
DSPs and BHPs work one-on-one and in a group setting with an individual(s) on challenging behaviors, social skills, personal care, daily living skills, and community integration. Affinity provides employment in a day program or home/community based setting. We do not have residential programs or provide overnight support. Affinity's range of pay is based on the actual current employees for the DSP position is $17-$25 per hour.
Benefits:
Partial company-paid health/dental insurance at 20+ hours per week. 401K Retirement Plan with annual agency discretionary match. Paid mileage reimbursement of .50/mile. Paid Training (DSP, CPR/FA, Safety Care, Blood Borne Pathogens, etc.) Ongoing Supervision. Earned Time and Paid Holidays for employees scheduled for 30+ hours per week. Earned Time for employees scheduled under 30 hours per week, accrue 1 hour of paid time for every 40 hours worked. Paid weekly via direct deposit. Quarterly evaluations with up to 3% of your salary bonus!
Job Requirements:
Good driving record and reliable transportation with valid inspection/registration. Vehicle insurance liability requirements of $100,000/$300,000. Ability to complete BHP training within one year from the date of hire and DSP training within six months of hire. Positive attitude. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to complete online documentation using several computer applications and systems. This will require the use of a smartphone and GPS enabling. Organized. Excellent problem-solving skills.
Education Requirements:
Over age 18 with a High School Diploma or GED. Preference is given to those applicants with BHP or DSP certification or experience working with children. To apply, provide your availability, program location interest, and resume through Indeed. Stephanie Callan Director of Administration Affinity 400 Riverside St., Unit C-1 Portland, Maine 04103
Fax:
207-888-4555 No Phone calls, please.
Pay:
$17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Paid training Parental leave Referral program Vision insurance Ability to
Commute:
China, ME 04358 (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person