Direct Support Professional

Reports to: Community Supports Manager

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Schedule: Part Time; Full Time

Primary Work Location: Sanford, Maine

Revised: December 2024

If you’re someone who loves making a real difference, we’d be excited to meet you. Our DSPs support adults with disabilities in building skills, creating meaningful routines, and living more independently. Every day is rewarding, hands‑on, and full of purpose.

If you’re compassionate, reliable, and ready to help others thrive, this could be a great fit for you. Apply today — we’d love to learn more about you.

Summary:

Direct Support Professionals provide support for individuals to access the community with a focus on preferred choice of activity and goals as identified by the member in their Person-Centered Plan. Direct Support Professionals will provide a range of supports to the individual as identified in the person-centered plan to ensure they are meeting their goals. They will be transporting individuals into the community in their vehicle, so a valid driver’s license is required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide instructional support while assisting members with the implementation of their yearly Person-Centered Plan goals.
• Promote quality community connections for members while seeking and developing opportunities in community settings.
• Always ensure the health and safety of members.
• Timely completion of all required paperwork, i.e., email correspondence, daily notes, mileage logs, timesheets, progress notes, and incident reports.
• Provide transportation for members in the community using your personal vehicle. (Mileage is reimbursed)
• Be a positive role model with strong advocacy towards member rights and choice.
• Work with individuals of all abilities including those with personal care needs and behavioral accommodations. DSP’s will be trained accordingly and should have a firm understanding of the requirements of the member they are supporting.
• Exposure to bodily fluids – noting that Great Bay Services uses universal precautions.
• Lifting, bending, sitting, walking, running, stooping, carrying objects, and other physical movements.
• Work in various seasonal weather conditions.
• Written, typing, and verbal communication skills.
• Compassion for those with differences, and an interest in supporting individuals in achieving their goals.
• Patience, Empathy, and Creativity.
• Attendance is an essential function of this role.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Certified DSPs preferred; training will be provided if needed
• MANDT certification preferred, training will be provided if needed
• Prior experience working with adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities preferred, but not required
• First Aid & CPR Certified; training will be provided if needed
• Valid Driver’s License with a legally registered vehicle
• Carry Mandatory Auto Insurance of no less than 100K/300K
• Must pass routine criminal background check, DHHS background check, motor vehicle check, and any others required to comply with Medicaid funding