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What they do
A Caregiver or Personal Care Aide provides non-medical care for adults, including elderly and disabled people, typically in their own homes. Assists clients with daily tasks including bathing, medication reminders, and light housekeeping; may also provide transportation for appointments and errands. These roles do not always require formal certification.
$38,420 / year median in Maine
+24% projected growth
Job Description
Coastal Opportunities, a non-profit agency serving adults with intellectual disabilities, is now accepting applications for a DSP in our Mobile Community Supports program based in Camden. This position requires the ability to work independently with individuals in a community setting.
Responsibilities :
DSPs take part in a wide range of activities each day as they support people to engage in all activities of life
•helping them learn new work skills, volunteering in the community, having fun with friends, gaining new life experiences, achieving health and fitness goals, learning new skills to promote independence, and helping to empower individuals to use their voices in order to make decisions for themselves. Activities allow for skill building in the areas of communication and social interactions, safety, motor skills and community access. Come and join our amazing team of DSPs!! It's more than work
•it's a chance to grow professionally while making a difference every day.
Qualifications :
High school diploma or GED, valid Maine driver's license, and proof of insurance.
Schedule :
Monday
•
Friday:
7:30am
•3:00pm (flexible)
Pay Rate :
$ 18.88 + /hour, commensurate with experience. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, Earned Time Off, holidays, life insurance and 401K. Please send resume or apply online: www.coastalopportunities.org Executive Director Coastal Opportunities P.O. Box 637, Camden, ME 04843 (207) 236-6008 E.O.E.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $18.88 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid orientation Paid time off Paid training Referral program Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person