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Daily Living Support Specialist

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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

The Daily Living Support Specialist (DLSS) carries out services that focus on the specific needs of adults with behavioral health diagnoses. The DLSS will monitor the consumers' ability to function independently in their home and community while assisting them to maintain their safety and emotional well-being. This position will be required to travel within a 30 mile radius of their home and will transport clients within their communities. Duties include and are not limited to: Ensuring the clients plan of care drives all service activities Ensuring the safety of the clients while in their homes and community Attending and participating in a minimum of four hours per month of clinical supervision Accumulating a minimum of 20 hours of training annually Performing other duties as assigned
Position Requirements:
Proof of vehicle insurance at $50K/$100K and a valid Maine drivers license are required Must be 18 years of age or older High school diploma or equivalent is required Entry level computer experience and must have access to email/internet MHRT/1 certification (We will train you at no cost to you!)
Benefits:
Mileage reimbursement Flexible schedule Paid travel time Paid time off Working within 30 miles of your home No vaccine requirement Work/life balance We provide you with free training to earn your MHRT/1 certification We continue to offer your job specific trainings at no cost to you Assistance Plus provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.