Direct Support Professional ( DSP ) Day Position

Looking for a career with purpose, stability, and great benefits?

Join UCP of Maine’s team as a full-time DSP and enjoy a predictable schedule, comprehensive benefits package, and the support of experienced colleagues managers who are passionate about the work they do.

When you join UCP of Maine’s team as a full-time Direct Support Professional, you'll join a supportive team dedicated to helping adults with disabilities live healthy, safe, and fulfilling lives. With a consistent schedule, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities to build meaningful relationships, you'll play an essential role in supporting individuals with daily living activities, personal care, household tasks, medication administration, and community engagement. Every day, you'll help people develop new skills, achieve greater independence, and reach their personal goals while celebrating their unique abilities.
Some of the benefits of the position include:

- Years of experience and support from Program Manager and other DSPs on the team

- Paid trainings provided plus $500 per year in training funds for continued professional development

- Agency vehicles for transporting members

- Medical, Dental, Vision, and HSA plans available

- Agency sponsored basic life insurance. Plus ability to purchase additional short-term and long-term disability, and/or additional life insurance coverage.
Available Shifts:

- Wednesday 8pm-8am, Thursday 8pm-10am, Friday 8pm-8am
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

- Provide person-centered support based on the individuals supported to meet needs and goals.

- Provide support with daily living, personal care, household tasks, attend medical appointments, and transportation.

- Support individuals in accessing and participating in community, recreational, social, and vocational activities.

- Respect the rights of each person and actively advocate (or assist the person to advocate) for those rights.

- Document supports provided every shift.

- Promote independence and autonomy while teaching skills.
MEDICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Administer medication as prescribed; in compliance with CRMA guidelines, physician orders, and regulations.

- Observe and work with persons supported to identify signs and symptoms of adverse medication reactions.

- Manage medical and first aid emergencies.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT - UCP considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status under local, state, or federal law.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS

- High School Diploma/GED

- Must obtain Certified Registered Medication Administrator (CRMA) certification (UCP provides)

- Must obtain First Aid/CPR certification within 60 days of hire (UCP provides)

- Safety Care certification within 30 days of hire (UCP provides)

- Direct Support Professional Certification within 6 months of hire (UCP provides)

- Valid State of Maine driver license, reliable transportation with proof of registration and insurance, and willingness to use own transportation for work.

- Proof Influenza vaccinations; proof of immunity from MMR, varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis-B.